Agroforestry includes both the integration of trees on farmland and the use of agricultural crops and livestock in woodlands. Intensive arable and livestock systems can produce high yields per unit area and labour, but they can also have negative environmental effects.  Agroforestry offers an alternative management system, which reduces environmental impact, whilst improving the potential for farm business productivity.

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