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Agroforestry in Uttar Pradesh integrates trees with crops/livestock to enhance productivity, income, and resilience. This lecture explains definitions, objectives, dominant species, regional models, policy support, benefits, challenges, and the way forward—tailored for UPPCS Mains GS 5 (UP Special) and GS 6 (Environment).

► What is covered
• Definition & scope of Agroforestry in Uttar Pradesh
• Objectives: income diversification, soil conservation, climate resilience, tree cover on private lands, timber–fodder–fuelwood security
• Dominant species: Poplar, Eucalyptus, Shisham, Neem, Subabul, Amla
• Models: Agri-silviculture | Silvi-pasture | Agri-horti-silviculture
• Regions: Western UP belt (Meerut–Saharanpur–Bareilly) and Bundelkhand focus
• Policy & institutions: National Agroforestry Policy 2014, SMAF under NMSA, UP TOF reforms, UP Agroforestry Policy, CAFRI Jhansi
• Benefits: intercropping with wheat, sugarcane, pulses, turmeric; plywood–paper–furniture linkages; groundwater recharge; biodiversity; rural jobs
• Challenges: monocultures, timber price volatility, awareness gaps, transit approvals for non-notified species
• Way forward: native species mix, market linkages, carbon credits, digital tree tracking, KVK/CAFRI training

► Quick notes for UPPCS answers

Agroforestry in Uttar Pradesh boosts double cropping and farm productivity.

Poplar–Eucalyptus belts support plywood and paper industries.

SMAF–NMSA funds plantations, nurseries, and capacity building.

CAFRI Jhansi guides region-specific packages.

UP TOF simplification eases transit for many species.

Silvi-pasture strengthens fodder security in drought-prone areas.

Native mixes (Neem, Arjun, Mahua, Amla) improve ecology and stability.

Convergence with MGNREGA, PM-KUSUM, Watershed Mission scales adoption.

► Social Forestry vs Agroforestry (one-glance)
• Agroforestry in Uttar Pradesh: farm-centric, integrates trees + crops/livestock; income + ecology.
• Social forestry: community/public lands; fuel–fodder–timber security; ecological restoration.

► Soil, biodiversity, climate angles
• Soil: better structure, moisture retention, organic carbon; erosion control; reclamation of sodic/ravine lands.
• Biodiversity: microhabitats, pollinators, native species revival; buffer near PAs (e.g., Dudhwa).
• Climate: carbon sequestration, microclimate moderation, enhanced infiltration; reduced flood/drought impact.

► 10–15 Exam Q&A (1-liners)
• Define Agroforestry in Uttar Pradesh. → Integration of trees with crops/livestock to raise productivity and resilience.
• Name three models. → Agri-silviculture, Silvi-pasture, Agri-horti-silviculture.
• Dominant western UP species? → Poplar and Eucalyptus with intercropping.
• Key national policy? → National Agroforestry Policy 2014.
• Funding window? → SMAF under NMSA.
• Research hub? → ICAR-CAFRI, Jhansi.
• Two UP benefits? → Higher farm income; groundwater recharge.
• One risk? → Timber price volatility in poplar/eucalyptus.
• Native alternatives? → Neem, Arjun, Mahua, Amla.
• Soil impact? → Reduced erosion, higher soil organic carbon.
• Industry linkage? → Plywood, paper, furniture clusters.
• Social vs Agroforestry? → Community lands vs farm-centric integration.
• Convergence schemes? → MGNREGA, PM-KUSUM, CAMPA.
• Biodiversity gain? → Pollinator support and mixed-species richness.
• Climate edge? → Carbon sinks and heat-stress moderation.

► Mini-FAQs
• Q: Why is Agroforestry in Uttar Pradesh exam-relevant?
A: It links UP Special geography, environment, rural economy, and policy—core to GS 5 & GS 6.
• Q: Best model for Bundelkhand?
A: Silvi-pasture + drought-hardy natives for fodder and soil moisture.
• Q: How to reduce risk in poplar systems?
A: Mixed-species belts, staggered harvesting, and stronger market linkages.

► Internal linking (watch next)
• Watch our GS 6 “Irrigation & Watershed in UP” video here.
• See “UP Forests & Biodiversity: GS 5” for quick revision.
• Don’t miss “UP Climate Adaptation & Disaster Mitigation: GS 6”.

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