Poplar (<I>Populus deltoides</I> Bartram Ex Marshall) In Forest and Agro-forestry Systems

Abstract

The suitability of poplar for agro-forestry was studied. The poplar plantation done in blocks or in a single row on field bunds, roads or along irrigation channels was found economical. In agro-forestry the trees attained economical growth in five year's period only with a net income of Rs. 22048/ha/year. Poplar trees grown along form boundaries/channels attained comparable growth within a period of three years as against five years period under agro forestry with a net income of Rs. 11067 in three years to Rs. 41250 in seven years. To make this programme endurable in the farming system, fresh planting of trees before the harvest of matured trees is recommended.