The-Role-of-Industries-in-Promoting-Agroforestry.pptx

### The Role of Agroforestry in Promoting Industries

Agroforestry, the practice of integrating trees and shrubs into agricultural landscapes, offers numerous benefits that can significantly promote industrial growth. Below are key roles that agroforestry plays in fostering industrial development:

#### 1. **Raw Material Supply**
Agroforestry systems provide a diverse array of raw materials essential for various industries. Timber, bamboo, rubber, resins, fruits, nuts, and medicinal plants from agroforestry plots serve as critical inputs for wood, paper, food processing, pharmaceutical, and biofuel industries. For instance, timber from agroforestry trees can be used in construction, furniture, and paper production.

#### 2. **Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security**
By enhancing soil fertility, improving water retention, and reducing erosion, agroforestry systems increase agricultural productivity and sustainability. This leads to a stable supply of raw materials for food processing industries, ensuring food security and creating a reliable input source for food-related businesses.

#### 3. **Climate Change Mitigation**
Agroforestry practices sequester carbon and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to climate change mitigation. Industries investing in carbon credits and aiming for sustainability can benefit from partnering with agroforestry projects. This symbiotic relationship helps industries meet environmental regulations and improve their corporate social responsibility (CSR) profiles.

#### 4. **Biodiversity Conservation**
Agroforestry promotes biodiversity, which is crucial for ecosystem health. Industries, especially those in pharmaceuticals, rely on biodiversity for discovering new compounds and developing new products. By conserving diverse plant species, agroforestry supports bioprospecting and the sustainable use of biological resources.

#### 5. **Economic Diversification**
For rural communities, agroforestry provides multiple sources of income, reducing reliance on single crops and enhancing economic resilience. This diversification supports local economies, which in turn creates a stable environment for industrial investment and development. Industries benefit from a more robust local economy and the availability of diverse agricultural products.

#### 6. **Employment Generation**
Agroforestry creates employment opportunities in tree planting, maintenance, harvesting, and processing. These jobs span various sectors, including agriculture, forestry, and manufacturing, leading to socio-economic development and a skilled workforce that can support industrial operations.

#### 7. **Innovation and Technological Development**
The integration of trees into farming systems encourages innovation in agricultural practices and technologies. For example, precision agroforestry uses drones, GIS, and other technologies to manage and optimize tree-crop interactions. Industries involved in agricultural technology can leverage these inn

1. The Role of Industries in Promoting Agroforestry ICAR- Central Agroforestry Research Institute, Jhansi Dr. Naresh Kumar Principal Scientist Agroforestry

2. Agroforestry is any sustainable land-use system that maintains or increases total yields by combining food crops (annuals) with tree crops (perennials) and/or livestock on the same unit of land, either alternately or at the same time, using management practices that suit the social and cultural characteristics of the local people and the economic and eco­logical conditions of the area. Agroforestry

3. The AFS should conserve and improve the site Optimize the combined production of trees, agricultural crops, and animals OBJECTIVES OF AGROFORESTRY In all agroforestry land management there are two essential and related aims such as

4. BENEFITS OF AGROFORESTRY SYSTEM 1. Reduction of pressure on natural forests. 2. More efficient recycling of nutrients by deep-rooted trees on the site 3. Better protection of ecological systems 4. Reduction of surface run-off, nutrient leaching, and soil erosion through impeding effect of tree roots and stems on these processes 5. Improvement of microclimate, such as lowering of soil surface temperature and reduction of evaporation of soil moisture through a combination of mulching and shading 6. Increment in soil nutrients through addition and decomposition of litterfall. 7. Improvement of soil structure through the constant addition of organic matter from decomposed litter. A)  Environmental benefits Improvement in rural living standards from sustained employ­ment and higher income Improvement in nutrition and health due to increased quality and diversity of food output Stabilization and improvement of communities through elimination of the need to shift sites of farm activities. B) Economic benefits C) Social benefits     1. Increment in the outputs of food, fuel wood, fodder, fertilizer and timber; 2. Reduction in the incidence of total crop failure, which is common to single cropping or monoculture systems 3.Increase in levels of farm income due to improved and sustained productivity

5. Definition of Industry An industry is a group of manufacturers or businesses that produce a particular kind of goods or services

6. The Role of the Agricultural Industry The agricultural industry can drive agroforestry adoption by developing specialized equipment and techniques, providing farmer training, and promoting agroforestry as a sustainable farming model. Integrating trees into crop and livestock systems can enhance productivity and resilience. 1 Specialized Equipment Develop tools and machinery suited for agroforestry systems. 2 Farmer Education Offer training and resources to teach agroforestry practices. 3 Policy Advocacy Lobby for policies that incentivize agroforestry adoption.

7. The Role of the Forestry Industry The forestry industry can contribute to agroforestry by providing tree species suitable for integration with crops and livestock, as well as expertise in sustainable forest management. Partnerships between foresters and farmers can create productive, diverse agroforestry systems. Tree Selection Provide farmers with tree species optimized for agroforestry. Management Guidance Offer training and support on integrating trees into farms. Research Collaboration Partner with farmers to study and improve agroforestry methods.

8. The Role of the Energy Industry The energy industry can promote agroforestry by creating markets for biomass products like woody crops, residues, and byproducts. This can incentivize farmers to incorporate more trees into their operations, diversifying income streams and enhancing sustainability. Biomass Production Source energy feedstocks from agroforestry systems. Biofuel Development Invest in technologies to convert agroforestry products into biofuels. Carbon Sequestration Support agroforestry as a nature-based climate solution.

9. The Role of the Construction Industry The construction industry can promote agroforestry by creating demand for sustainably sourced timber and wood products. By sourcing materials from agroforestry systems, the industry can support farmers and foresters in developing integrated, productive landscapes. Timber Use wood from agroforestry systems in construction. Furniture Incorporate agroforestry-derived materials into furniture. Buildings Promote the use of agroforestry-based building materials.

10. The Role of the Food and Beverage Industry The food and beverage industry can support agroforestry by sourcing ingredients from agroforestry systems, such as coffee, cacao, fruits, and nuts. This creates incentives for farmers to adopt agroforestry practices and can improve the sustainability of supply chains. Ingredient Sourcing Purchase crops from agroforestry farms. Supplier Engagement Collaborate with farmers to improve agroforestry systems. Consumer Awareness Promote agroforestry-derived products to consumers.

11. Role of Small-Scale Industries in Promoting Agroforestry This sector also creates the largest employment opportunities outside agriculture. It is estimated that Rs.100,000 of investment in fixed assets in the small-scale sector generates employment for four. It is estimated that there are around 23,000 sawmills in the country and 98% of these are in the small category with annual log intake up to 3,000m 3 . Annual production capacity is estimated at 27.12 million m3 ( GoI 1999) 1. Sawmilling:

12. There are approximately 12,000 safety match-making units in the country, and all except five are in the small-scale and cottage industries category. In Tamil Nadu, over two-thirds of India’s matches are produced in just two districts - Ramanathapuram and Tirunelveli. The bulk of the wood comes from neighboring Kerala, where over 400 small-scale units make veneers and splints for supply to the match industry. This ancillary industry employs over 15,000 people directly and indirectly and produces goods worth Rs. 150 million annually (Tandon 1991). Main raw materials used are Bombax ceiba , Evodia roxburghiana , Ailanthus malabarica , Hevea brazilensis . 2. Safety Matches:

13. The main raw materials used are willow, cane, mulberry, maple, ash and rosewood (Tewari, 1995). According to projections made by the Forest Survey of India, the total wood demand for the sports goods industry was estimated to be 101,000 m3 in 2000 (Tewari 1995). 3. Sports goods:

14. Katha and cutch are products made from the heartwood of Acacia catechu tree. Katha is used as an ingredient in paan (betel) and paan masala chewing confectionery in India. Cutch is used for dying canvas and tanning leather. According to an estimate made a few years ago, 3,000 tonnes of Katha were produced annually in India, of which 2,000 tonnes were produced in the factory sector, which also produced 4,500 tonnes of cutch. 4. Katha and cutch:

15. Lac is produced from the secretions of a tiny insect Laccifer lacca Kerr., which is a parasite on a number of wild and cultivated plants. India is an important producer of lac and lac products. The present production of lac is about 15,000 metric tonnes , which is much less than the peak production of 91,199 metric tonnes achieved between 1978 and 1979. Lacquerware and lac turnery is a traditional industry based on lac. 4. Lac:

16. There are a number of SSFEs manufacturing bamboo and rattan-based products. The main products manufactured from bamboo are handicraft items such as table mats, trays, lampshades, and other household articles. Reed bamboo-based traditional industries, such as mat and basket weaving, play a crucial role in the rural economy. Many tribes and ethnic groups ( Bhanjaras , Bansforias , Kamars , Kotwalias , etc.) earn their living through bamboo handicraft work. 5. Bamboo and rattan products:

17. Rattan extraction and utilization in India is, by and large, a cottage industry. It is estimated that there are around 2,000 small to medium sized rattan-based industrial units in India, employing over 200,000 people, some in the manufacture of a variety of handicraft items and furniture, and the rest predominantly in the rural areas in extraction, cleaning, processing and transportation. The rattan furniture industry produces goods worth Rs.50 million annually. 6. Rattan (cane):

18. Challenges and Opportunities for Industries While industries can play a vital role in promoting agroforestry, they may face challenges such as lack of awareness, technical barriers, and market uncertainties. However, by addressing these challenges, industries can unlock the significant social, environmental, and economic benefits of agroforestry. Challenges Opportunities Unfamiliar with agroforestry practices Develop specialized expertise and technologies Perceived risks and uncertainties Establish stable supply chains and markets Lack of policy support and incentives Advocate for supportive policies and regulations

19. Conclusion and Recommendations In conclusion, industries can play a vital role in promoting agroforestry by investing in research, developing innovative technologies, creating market demand, and advocating for supportive policies. By embracing agroforestry, industries can contribute to a more sustainable and resilient future for our planet. Thank you