Agroforestry as a New Land-Use Form

Agroforst, Agroforstwirtschaft, Sursee — © Gabriela Brändle, Agroscope

Modern agroforestry systems combine the cultivation of arable crops with trees, are managed using modern agricultural engineering methods, and are economically attractive.

Swiss farmers show how this can look in practice (Hotspot 38/18), supported by the latest results of the European project ‘Agroforestry for Europe’ (AGFORWARD)’.

Further information for farmers on:
www.agroforst.ch / www.agroforesterie.ch.

04.10.2021

Almond Trees in Switzerland

Can growing almond trees be a new way forward for Swiss fruit growing? What is the potential here in terms of production and marketing? Answers to these questions are being provided by Agroscope researchers in partnership with representatives from practice and administration.