GK
SOIL AND AGRICULTURE
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Growing of field crops in between two widely spaced rows of fast growing trees
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Growing of pastures in between two widely spaced rows of fast growing trees
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Growing of only fooder crops in between two widely spaced rows of first growing trees
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Growing of only short duration crops in between two widely spaced rows of fast growing trees
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Detailed explanation-1: -Alley cropping is a specific practice in which trees or shrubs and agricultural crops are grown in alternate rows (Figure 11.31). The trees are commonly pruned to limit the shading of the agricultural crop. Alley cropping can also contribute to nutrient cycling and erosion control.
Detailed explanation-2: -The light requirement for the crop or forage to be grown in the alleyway must be considered prior to tree establishment. Finally, alley width must be set as multiples of the widest field equipment width. Single vs. Mixed Species-The row(s) of trees can have either a single species in the row or mixed species.
Detailed explanation-3: -In an alley cropping practice an agricultural crop is grown simultaneously with a long-term tree crop to provide annual income while the tree crop matures. Fine hardwoods like walnut, oak, ash, and pecan are favored species and can potentially provide high-value lumber or veneer logs.