Children’s / Teenage social topics: Environment, sustainability and green issues

Book SynopsisMy Planet Earth Activity Book is bursting with fun and fact-filled activities about the natural world – from geysers and volcanoes to ecosystems and the weather. Work out which jigsaw piece completes the picture of the aurora, follow the river maze to the lake, count the number of stars in the sky and much more. Each challenge is accompanied by a fascinating fact, so children can learn while they puzzle. This book is a fun, gentle introduction to geography and the science of our incredible planet.

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Book SynopsisThe Weed is a new title from the highly acclaimed author/illustrator Quentin Blake. An inspiring fable about the power of nature, encouraging children and adults alike to care for the environment and each other. The Meadowsweet family suddenly and expectedly find themselves at the bottom of a giant crack in the earth. With the help of their pet bird, Octavia and a magical seed, the family go on a journey to the surface. A charming, fantastical story about discovery, the potential for growth, the power of an idea and the importance of having faith in the unknown.

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Book SynopsisBusy Nature is a new, exciting addition to the Busy... Sounds Books series, with four new titles! With shapes like an animal''s bottom or a typical nature scene and a button for children to press for laugh-outloud animals sounds or special seasonal sounds, each page in Busy Animals & Nature will entertain young readers. As children have fun guessing the different shapes and sounds, they also increase their knowledge about the world with new discoveries.

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Book SynopsisLottie has been reading about the decline in the number of insects in nature. With the help of her tech neighbour Noah, she decides to build a bug-hotel to encourage their return. But buzzing-mayhem, they are interrupted by a swarm of bees invading Mr. Parfitt's garden next door. Can Lottie help save the bees before the exterminator arrives?

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Book SynopsisMajestic, powerful, and in danger! Find out what makes these ferocious felines so special, and why they need our protection.

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Book SynopsisAfter thwarting the dastardly plans of J.P. Rickerton, Tristan Hunt is having trouble keeping his newfound talents a secret. And if undercover spies and a mysterious illness threatening to expose the secrets of camp weren't enough, reports of dying fish and disappearing sponge in the Caribbean call Tristan and his friends back into action. Will the Sea Guardians discover the source of the problem before time runs out? Can they escape the threat of an oncoming storm? Or will a betrayal from one of their own ensure it's already too late?Trade Review"The Shark Rider is one of the best yarns you'll ever read about the ocean, marine life, and a group of intrepid adventurous teens. They face exciting ocean challenges while working alongside a wide variety of sea creatures with amazing abilities. In fact, when I was given a pre-publication copy by Dr. Prager after a talk, a young teen tried to wrestle it from me saying, 'I need it. I can't wait for it to be published.' He was right. Don't miss it and the continuing exploits of Tristan Hunt and his friends."--Jerry Schubel, Ph.D., President and CEO, Aquarium of the Pacific "Tristan Hunt is back in this exciting sequel to The Shark Whisperer (2014), where the clumsy kid learned that he was meant to be a hero to endangered sea creatures. ... This is a great follow-up to Prager's first Sea Guardians novel, sure to hook more fans."--Booklist "Tristan, with his talent for conversing with sharks, and his marine biologist creator, author Ellen Prager, use this fascinating plot to explore ecological avenues, proving that even kids can have an awesome skill that can save the planet."--Foreword Reviews "What do you get when you mix teenagers who can communicate with fish, a shrimp with anger management issues, a shark who can't stand the sight of blood, and an evil villain? You get the second book in Dr. Ellen Prager's amazingly imaginative, tautly written, just-slightly-magical, fancifully fun series. Warning: You're likely to learn a lot too." --Carl Safina, ocean scientist and author of Nina Delmar, The Great Whale Rescue and Beyond Words , and What Animals Think and Feel "[Tristan] and the multispecies supporting cast--notably a 5-inch mantis shrimp with an 'anger management issue' and built-in clubs powerful enough to sink a submarine--are memorably diverse and colorful. ... a seaworthy sequel to Shark Whisperer (2014)."--Kirkus Reviews "Earn your sea legs and go on an exciting eco-adventure with The Shark Rider. It's fun, funny, informative, and my favorite part is where the characters must outrun a hurricane. And where do they get their information to track the storm - The Weather Channel, of course!" --Stephanie Abrams, On-Camera Meteorologist for The Weather Channel "The Shark Whisperer, Dr. Ellen Prager's first middle grade book, followed by her second, The Shark Rider are part of the Tristan Hunt and Sea Guardians series. The ocean adventure series follows Tristan and his friends as they arrive at summer camp, where they develop unusual, but exciting ocean powers. ... This fun series is written by oceanographer and researcher, Dr. Ellen Prager who is passionate about ocean science, and hopes to educate middle graders about current ocean issues, as well as encourage young readers to get involved in the preservation of ocean life. The series meets the Common Core Standards for English Language Arts and Science. A free downloadable Educator's Guide with language arts and science activities is available."--Current: The Journal of Marine Education, Vol. 29, No. 2, June 2015 "Prager's knowledge of the ocean is extensive and very interesting. Kids that love the water, critters, and having fun will love The Shark Rider, book #2 in a 5 book series. Warning: Reading this series will give you a concern for the world, especially the oceans and the its inhabitants."--KidLit Reviews Reviews for The Shark Whisperer, Book One "...a splashy startup with a promising premise." -- Kirkus Reviews "Those who know Prager well wouldn't be astounded to find her delving into the realm of ocean science and youth fiction. Throughout her career, Prager always made it a priority to involve young minds." -- Miami Herald "Author Dr. Ellen Prager's expertise in marine science and ocean advocacy brings the series to life with vivid and accurate descriptions of marine species and the threats they face, woven among plenty of action and humor." -- Mission Blue "No need to whisper: I very much like, like, like this highly readable, highly unusual way of looking at the ocean." -- Carl Safina, author of Song for the Blue Ocean and host of PBS Saving the Ocean "The Shark Whisperer is packed with science laced with humor and adventure--an underwater Harry Potter, sure to inspire readers to want to dive in and experience the ocean for themselves." -- Sylvia A. Earle, National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Bowen’s moody, saturated illustrations of layered landscapes and historical journals add heft to the text’s implicit message that the natural world is something more than a measurable commodity."—Publishers Weekly, starred review"One of the pleasures of reading is finding out about a subject you’ve never heard of. Who knew there are forests in Minnesota untouched by loggers, trees that tower because they were overlooked by surveyors mapping out areas more than 200 years ago? You’ll learn the reasons why when you read “The Lost Forest” by Phyllis Root."—Newsbee"The Lost Forest written by Phyllis Root and illustrated by Betsy Bowen tells with humor and fascinating descriptions, an important environmental story."—The Pirate Tree"The powerhouse duo of Betsy Bowen and Phyllis Root team up again, writing about nature and science in a gorgeous and accessible way."—Star Tribune

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Book SynopsisAn enchanting picture book about restoring a creek, with all the wildlifeit once hosted, in a farm field in IowaTrade Review"The main narrative reads smoothly aloud, and the pictures, though detailed, should show well to a small group. Author's and illustrator's notes and a comment from the actual creek rescuer complete the package. A heartening story of environmental restoration."—Kirkus Reviews"A heartening picture book that celebrates the thoughtful restoration of a prairie."—Booklist"A delightful picture book."—Cabin Living Magazine"The story springs to life through Martin’s (Alice Waters and the Trip to Delicious) buoyant, personified language. McGehee’s (North Woods Girl) vibrant, stylized illustrations show nearly smiling fish, birds, and insects populating their new environment."—Publishers Weekly"Chronicling the true story of one man’s quest to revive a stream rumored to have run through the prairies of Iowa, Jacqueline Briggs Martin relates the trials and triumphs in Creekfinding, a return to nature that proves that ‘a creek isn’t just water.’"—Foreword Reviews"Eloquent narrative nonfiction to inspire the future caretakers of our planet."—School Library Journal"Reading this story aloud to my three children has already inspired change in our local ecosystem."—Wellesley Magazine"Creekfinding is a beautiful rendering of this inspiring true story of environmentalism in action."—Little Village"Creekfinding will have young readers thinking how they can find and support their own wilderness in the places they live."—Children’s Compass Chronicle"A great book to share with curious children."—Kids and Eggs"A lovely and inspiring new children’s book."—The Gazette"We all need to hear stories like this one; true stories about people who have brought about change and made the world a better place through their actions. Hearing such stories lifts us up, and we are encouraged to do what we can to make our part of the world more beautiful."—Through The Looking Glass Children’s Book Reviews"With patience and passion, the process paid off, in this environmentally engaging story of hope and the tenacity of spirit displayed by those who care about the Earth – their commitment restores our planet to its natural beauty. How grateful we are for their contributions."—The Missourian"Readers of all ages will appreciate the sequence of events in restoring the creek and the anecdotal comments about frogs, and the life cycle of Brook Trout."—Oneora Reading Journal

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Book SynopsisThere is a deserted bay on a small island off Antigua where hawksbill turtles crawl ashore at night during the mating season to lay their eggs. Two months later the hatchlingseach weighing less than an ounceemerge from the sand and scramble to the sea in the moonlight. Only a lucky few survive.Trade Review"5 stars! Hawksbill Promise: A Sea Turtle’s Journey is a good story for any age of reader who enjoys the islands because chances are that they also love turtles. There is a lot to be learned from this story, and the added information included at the end of the book was a definite bonus. Read Hawksbill Promise: A Sea Turtle’s Journey, and you will learn a lot about the journey of this special sea creature." -- Ania - Age 8 - Kids' Book Buzz"" 2020 NCTE Notable Poetry Books and Verse Novels List"" -- NTCE" 5 Stars! Anything you didn’t like about it? Nothing. To whom would you recommend this book? Perfect for children between the ages of four and eight. Who should buy this book? Public and school libraries, preschools, daycare centers, anyone who works with children between the ages of four and eight. Where would you shelve it? Beginner nonfiction books Should we (librarians/readers) put this on the top of our “to read” piles? Yes " -- Kristin Guay, former youth librarian - Youth Services Book Review

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Book SynopsisThe bedtime book about endangered speciesTrade Review"What did you like about the book? This bedtime informational story contains beautiful life-like endangered animal illustrations. The backpages are full of facts that will make you want to help these animals. And the front cover of the red wolf howling in the moonlight feels like you are there and can hear him, “Ow-ooooling.” Anything you didn’t like about it? Would like to see the author and illustrator do a version that is not a lullaby. This could be an amazing read aloud for elementary school when we research endangered animals. To whom would you recommend this book? PK-2. If you like Almost Gone and Wide World you will like this. Who should buy this book? public libraries, day-cares, home library Where would you shelve it ? Picture books Should we (librarians/readers) put this on the top of our “to read” piles? yes " -- Youth Services Book Review

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Book SynopsisIn Book Three of the Acadia Files series, Acadia Greene carries her search for answers into winter.Trade Review"Acadia and two friends learn more science while enjoying a Maine winter. This is the third in a thoughtful series that began with Summer Science (2018). Like its predecessors, this combines a slight storyline with science facts, definitions, and descriptions of experiments using the scientific method. A melting snowman, a floating balloon, a paper-airplane contest, a wait outside in the cold, and a sledding challenge prompt 11-year-old Acadia's questions, which are presented in a present-tense narrative with unlikely dialogue but realistic daily details. Her parents are always happy to help her find answers, offering clear explanations, demonstrations, and encouragement for further experimentation. This outing introduces the topics of climate change, food waste, recycling and repurposing, atoms and elements, buoyancy, aerodynamics, animal adaptations for winter, and the physics of sledding. In each chapter, the protagonists accomplish some activity, one that could be easily replicated by readers at home or in school: listing ways to reduce one's carbon footprint or looking for animal tracks in the snow, for example. The author appends a list of helpful websites for further exploration of each topic. Acadia is pictured as pale and blonde; Joshua is darker, with straight hair, and brown-skinned Isabel wears her hair in two Afro puffs. Experiments, charts, and definitions are hand-lettered and profusely decorated with sketches, and each chapter ends with further questions. Accessible and approachable, a useful tool for science learning. (Informational fiction. 8-12)" -- Kirkus Reviews" The Acadia Files introduces kids to science via the readily observable principles and easy-to-reproduce experiments of its precocious and endlessly curious lead character, Acadia, who’s enjoying the summer before she enters fifth grade. Both of her parents are science teachers, so learning is naturally encouraged.The book introduces important scientific information in a clear and enjoyable fashion. Each chapter highlights a new topic based on Acadia’s summer activities and what she observes. Acadia uses the scientific method to discover who is stealing her blueberries from the bushes. She learns about genetic inheritance of traits like height and curly hair. She learns how sand is formed and what creates seasons and tides. Her summer adventures will open young minds to science and how it helps to make sense of the world. Illustrations from Acadia’s scientific notebook include amusing images, notes from experiments, and summaries of what she learned. Lists of vocabulary terms and further questions are also included. Notebook pages beautifully reflect the perspective of a ten-year-old girl. They are fun and entertaining, supporting and clarifying scientific concepts.The science in the book is wonderfully presented, but there is also another layer of lessons: Acadia learns not to accuse someone without proof; she learns to treat others with kindness; and she learns to accept and even celebrate things that might otherwise irritate her, such as the early morning sun and the temporary nature of a sandcastle.These age-appropriate lessons are clearly conveyed, without taking attention away from the book’s science. The Acadia Files is an excellent book that will help its audience look at the world in a new way. Disclosure: This article is not an endorsement, but a review. " -- CATHERINE THURESON - Foreword Review

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Book SynopsisThe Acadia Files series uses real-world scenarios to make scientific inquiry relatable.Trade Review" The Acadia Files introduces kids to science via the readily observable principles and easy-to-reproduce experiments of its precocious and endlessly curious lead character, Acadia, who’s enjoying the summer before she enters fifth grade. Both of her parents are science teachers, so learning is naturally encouraged.The book introduces important scientific information in a clear and enjoyable fashion. Each chapter highlights a new topic based on Acadia’s summer activities and what she observes. Acadia uses the scientific method to discover who is stealing her blueberries from the bushes. She learns about genetic inheritance of traits like height and curly hair. She learns how sand is formed and what creates seasons and tides. Her summer adventures will open young minds to science and how it helps to make sense of the world. Illustrations from Acadia’s scientific notebook include amusing images, notes from experiments, and summaries of what she learned. Lists of vocabulary terms and further questions are also included. Notebook pages beautifully reflect the perspective of a ten-year-old girl. They are fun and entertaining, supporting and clarifying scientific concepts.The science in the book is wonderfully presented, but there is also another layer of lessons: Acadia learns not to accuse someone without proof; she learns to treat others with kindness; and she learns to accept and even celebrate things that might otherwise irritate her, such as the early morning sun and the temporary nature of a sandcastle.These age-appropriate lessons are clearly conveyed, without taking attention away from the book’s science. The Acadia Files is an excellent book that will help its audience look at the world in a new way. Disclosure: This article is not an endorsement, but a review. " -- CATHERINE THURESON - Foreword Review" Stories are a wonderful way to communicate the wonders of science to people of all ages. This is particularly true when it comes to children. The Acadia Files: Book Four, Spring Science, Katie Coppens’ latest book about a young girl, named Acadia, who explores her surroundings combines lighthearted storytelling with carefully selected morsels of information. In the process, she poses prescient questions to her friends and parents. Wielding the curiosity of a budding scientist, Acadia learns to look at the world from a science-based perspective. The book touches on a wide range of topics, familiarizing readers with different scientific fields. Coppens introduces astronomy and physics through a discussion about asteroids and meteorites. From there, she shifts focus to the seasons on earth and discusses the various tell-tale signs that winter has given way to spring. Coppens deftly pivots to environmental issues ranging from diseases to Earth Day and the damaging effects of pesticides. The stories in The Acadia Files build up to a unifying theme: Nature’s interconnectedness. You can draw a line from the changing of seasons to the effects of human agriculture on the planet. A series of illustrations at the end of the book helps readers visualize the links between seemingly unrelated factors. Practical experiments or activities that parents can do with their kids supplement the stories in The Acadia Files. Demonstrating concepts highlighted in the stories is the best way to retain the book’s lessons. For example, simulating the effects of gravity and meteorite impacts are as easy as dropping different sized balls into loosely packed dirt or sand. In The Acadia Files Katie Coppens continues teaching children by speaking to them through Acadia. This allows her to connect with them as a peer and in the process, nurtures a bond with science. Coppens deftly balances narrative accessibility with the complexity of her topics. She never speaks down to her readers by engaging in unnecessary simplifications. By trusting their intelligence, she ensures they trust her in return. " -- Scientific Inquirer

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Book SynopsisSeeds can be dispersed by wind, water, animals or the bursting of a pod. In Three Lost Seeds, these forces are a metaphor for the hardships faced by displaced children.

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Book SynopsisSmoke itself acts as narrator, telling us how it has served humankind since prehistoric times in signaling, beekeeping, curing and flavouring food, religious rites, fumigating insects and myriad other ways.

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Book SynopsisWhen the Earth Shook provides a mythical framing for children to understand that it will be their job to help save the Earth.

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Book SynopsisThe little blue house in this lovely, lyrical book could be overlooking any ocean...

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Book SynopsisExplore the beauty of the natural world and discover hundreds of creatures in a vibrant picture book fantasy.

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Book SynopsisWelcome to Wimmelworld-a land of few words, yet endless entertainment! In these one-of-a-kind picture books, every spread is a new panorama teeming with life. Children as young as two will delight in seeking out familiar things-a blue tricycle, a hungry dog, a piggyback ride. And as kids grow up, Wimmelbooks grow with them! The first page of each book introduces a unique cast of characters who are hidden in plain sight on the pages that follow. As older children begin to seek them out, each character's storyline unfolds right before their eyes: For example, in Animals Around the World, the Patel family goes on an amazing journey to witness wildlife from the jungle to the deep blue sea and beyond! Unlike most look-and-find books, Wimmelbooks are instruction-free, inviting kids to make their own way through the busy Wimmelworld, and to craft their own stories. As kids go from page to page, they interpret the scenes and, with or without your help, create stories they think fit. Wimmelbooks offer hours upon hours of fun-and an effortless introduction to literacy to boot.

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Book SynopsisThe textbook Communication Technologies in Agriculture is a comprehensive resource that covers both traditional wisdom and cutting-edge innovations and trends in agricultural extension. This book is suitable for students, scholars, researchers, and practitioners involved in agricultural extension. It includes 24 chapters that address the needs of all stakeholders involved in the change process. This book is especially useful for undergraduate and postgraduate students studying agriculture, horticulture, agricultural extension, mass communication, and rural development.

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Book SynopsisAgroforestry is an age old practice throughout the world, but its recognition as a science is nearly three decades old. The scientific and systematic research on tree-crop interactions, in India, started in late 1970's and got major support and impetus with the establishment of All India Coordinated Research Project AICRP on Agroforestry in 1983 by ICAR. Today AICRP on Agroforestry has its network through out the country. Under AICRP and through the individual efforts of State Agricultural Universities, location specific agroforestry systems has been recommended to suit agro-climatic zones, landholdings and economic status of the region. Though extensive research had been done till date, but it is not available to scientific world, farming communities who are the backbone of Indian rural development, students and inquisitive readers in one manuscript. This prompted the authors to club the information on agroforestry systems and practices prevailing in India in form of book. For the sake of convenience, agroforestry systems prevailing in India have been divided into four broad sections i Agroforestry in India ii Agroforestry system and practices in North, West and Central India iii Agroforestry systems and practices in East, North-East and Southern India iv Allied topics related to Agroforestry. Section one cover topics covering agroforestry experiences, research and extension efforts done in the last 25 years in India. Section two includes 13 s and section three covers 14 s wherein agroforestry research vis-O-vis agroclimatic zones of different states of India have been discussed. The last section comprising of 8 s includes topics related to role of agroforestry in soil conservation, women development; management of agroforestry; modeling; rehabilitation of mine spoils and breeding of agroforestry tree species.

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Book SynopsisThe book encompasses a total of 26 chapters, with the initial ten chapters discussing traditional agroforestry systems that are prevalent in various regions across the country. These include homegardens, which exhibit a multistrata structure and are typically found in the northeastern and southern regions. The subsequent chapters, from 11 to 14, explore contemporary agroforestry models and the mechanisms of competition within agroforestry systems. Chapters 15 to 19 delve into the nutrient cycling and natural resource conservation aspects of agroforestry systems. In this context, trees assume both protective and productive roles. The tree canopies shield the soil from rain and wind erosion, while the fine roots bind the soil particles together, thereby safeguarding them from erosion. Additionally, trees recycle leaf and root litter, as well as nutrients, making the system at least semi-sustainable. Certain agroforestry models, like shelterbelt and windbreaks, are known to offer protection against dust and sand dunes. Moreover, models like medicinal plant-based systems contribute to the provision of medicinal and other high-value crops. These service-oriented functions of agroforestry are elaborated upon in chapters 20 to 23. Tree improvement is a critical aspect of agroforestry research, and it aids in the development of superior trees for different agroforestry models. The multiplication of propagules and planting materials are equally essential for the expansion of agroforestry. Chapters 24 and 25 provide insights into these aspects. However, agroforestry systems necessitate numerous additional parameters due to their perennial nature. The final chapter discusses economic parameters such as NPV, IRR, annuity, and sensitivity in great detail.

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Book SynopsisShivalik ranges cover an area of about 2.14 million ha in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab and Haryana States of north-west India. Over exploitation of the resources in the region had lead to soil erosion resulting in the rise of riverbeds, siltation of tanks, reservoirs and other natural water bodies. Soil erosion greater than 80 t ha-1 yr-1 have been recorded from denuded hills at places. More than 70 per cent people of the region are dependent on agriculture, however, only 18 per cent of the cultivated area is irrigated. Agroforestry where tree and crops are integrated with each other had been recommended worldwide to check soil erosion and simultaneously achieve production goals. Adoption of scientifically proven agroforestry systems in Shivaliks can reverse the degradation and improve the economic status of the farmers of the region. Extensive research had been done till date on role of agroforestry in resource conservation and livelihood security in the region. The book is an attempt to compile the available knowledge on the subject. There are 20 s in the book covering various topics relating agroforestry systems with soil and water conservation, livelihood security, slope protection through mechanical and vegetative measures, fertility build up, mine spoil rehabilitation, bamboos, climate change and carbon sequestration.Table of Contents01: Agroforestry Scenario and Opportunities in Shivalik Himalayas by Pankaj Panwar, A.K. Tiwari and K.S. Dadhwal 02: Agroforestry for Soil and Water Conservation in Jammu Shivaliks by Sandeep Sehgal and Mohammed Saleem 03: Livelihood Security through Agroforestry in Jammu Shivaliks by Kamal Kishor Sood 04: Soil and Nutrient Loss under Different Land-Uses in Upper Shivaliks of Himachal Pradesh by I P Sharma and Sudhir Verma 05: Potential Agroforestry Systems for Mid Hill Himalayas by P S Thakur and C L Thakur 06: Design for Slope Protection by using Bio-Engineering Measures in Himalayan Region by Rohitashw Kumar, Vijay Shankar and Mahesh Kumar 07: Suitable Agroforestry Systems for Lower Shivaliks of Panchkula, Haryana by Pankaj Panwar 08: Agroforestry Systems for Soil Fertility Build up of Degraded Lands of Shivaliks by Sharmistha Pal 09: Agroforestry for Rehabilitation of Mine spoils in Dehradun Valley by K.S. Dadhwal and G.P. Juyal 10: Bhimal Grewia optiva Based Land Use Systems for Resource Conservation and Fodder Severity in Shivalik Himalayas by Harsh Mehta and K.S. Dadhwal 11: Tree Based Farming Systems for Paonta Valley of Himachal Pradesh by V.K. Chauhan, A.K. Joshi and R.S. Rana 12: Aonla Based Agroforestry Systems for Soil and Water Conservation in Shivaliks by Ram Prasad, R.P. Yadav and Pankaj Panwar 13: Role of Agroforestry in Soil Conservation and Soil Quality by R.P. Yadav, S.K. Yadav, Pankaj Panwar and S.L. Arya 14: Land Degradation in the Shivaliks of Jammu and Kashmir: Role of Agroforestry in Conservation and Reclamation by Vikas Sharma and S. K. Gupta 15: Bamboo Species of Shivalik Foot Hills by D.R. Bhardwaj, Krishan Chand and Bhalender Singh 16: Effect of Different Land Treatments on Hydrologica lBehaviour and Soil Loss in Shivaliks by V.K.Bhatt and A.K. Tiwari 17: Impact of Climate Change on Horticulture by W.S. Dhillon, Sanjeev K. Chauhan and H.V. Srinidhi 18: Traditional Approaches for Conservation and Utilization of Natural Resources in Chamba and Kangra Districts of Himachal Pradesh byVipan Guleria and Atul Gupta 19: Carbon Sequestration Potential of Production Forestry for Mitigating Impact of Climate Change by S.C. Sharma, A.S. Dogra and Sanjeev K. Chauhan 20: Rehabilitation of Degraded Lands through Silvipastoral Systems - A Balanced Approach for Alternative Land Use with Special Reference to N-W Himalaya by Charan Singh and O. P. Chaturvedi

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Book SynopsisThe book includes total 26 s; the first 10 s describe traditional agroforestry systems found in different parts of our country. Homegardens, having a multi-tire in structure, are another example of traditional agroforestry system found generally in northeast and southern part of our country. s 11 to 14 deal with some modern agroforestry models, and mechanism of competitive interaction in found in agroforestry systems. 15 to 19 describes nutrient cycling and natural growth resources conservation by agroforestry systems. Tree has both protective as well as productive role. Tree canopies protect soils from rain beating and wind blowing whereas fine roots bind soil particles together and thereby protect soils from erosion. Trees recycle leaf and root litter and nutrients and make system at least semi-sustainable. Different models of agroforestry like shelterbelt and wind breaks are known to help protect environment from dust and sand dunes drifting; some models like medicinal plant based system that provide medicinal and other high value crops. These service oriented functions of agroforestry are described in 20 to 23. Tree improvement is an important aspect of agroforestry study. It helps develop plus trees for different agroforestry models. Multiplication of propgules and planting materials are equally important for development of agroforestry. These information are provided in s 24 and 25. But, agroforestry systems require much more parameters owing to their perennial nature. The last describes economic parameters like NPV, IRR, annuity, sensitivity etc. in detail.Table of Contents01. Traditional Homegarden Agroforestry: Structural Diversity and Functional Dynamics in Aizawl District of Mizoram, Northeast India A.R. Barbhuiya and U.K. Sahoo 02. Shifting Cultivation in North Eastern Region of India J.M.S.Tomar, Anup Das, Rajesh Kaushal and O.P. Chaturvedi 03. Functional Roles and Services of Traditional Agroforestry Systems in the Sikkim Himalaya Ghanashyam Sharma, Rita Sharma and Eklabya Sharma 04. Traditional Agroforestry Systems on the Garhwal Himalaya N.P. Todaria and Bhupendra Singh 05. Acacia nilotica Based Traditional Agroforestry System in Central India C.B. Pandey 06. Homegarden Agroforestry: Structure and Function in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands C.B. Pandey and Lalita Singh 07. Integrated Farming System for Island Conditions: A Case Study from The Andaman and Nicobar Islands N. Ravisankar, S.C. Pramanik, S. Jeyakumar, M. Din, S.K. Ambast and R.C.Srivastava 08. Agroforestry Practices in Tamil Nadu M.P. Divya 09. Production and Functional Aspects of Agroforestry for Enhancing Livelihood Support in Indian Dry Regions G. Singh 10. Status and Scope of Agroforestry Practices in Bihar D.K. Das, R.K. Jha, and O.P. Chaturvedi 11. Poplar Based Agroforestry Models on Trans-Gangetic Plains of India R.I.S. Gill, Baljit Singh, K.S. Sangha, G.P.S. Dhillon and Navneet Kaur 12. Silvopastoral System in the Andaman Islands C.B. Pandey 13. Alley Cropping System: Traditional and Modified Version for the Humid Tropics C.B. Pandey 14. Mechanism of Competitive Interaction in Agroforestry: A Case Study from An Alley-Cropping System C.B. Pandey 15. Agroforestry Systems for Resource Conservation and Sustainable Agriculture in Arid and Semi-arid Conditions R.K. Singh, M. Osman and A.K. Parandiyal 16. Role of Agroforestry Systems in Biodiversity Conservation: A Case Study from Coffee Based Agroforestry Systems, Karnataka, South India Sathish, B.N., Kushalappa, C.G., Syam Viswanatha, and S. Raghavendra 17. Soil Erosion Control using Different Vegetative Methods on Hilly Terrain of South Andaman C.B. Pandey and S.K. Chaudhari 18. Agroforestry and its Impact on Soil Fertility Improvement in North-east India M. Datta 19. Nutrient Cycling in Homegarden Agroforestry in the Andaman Islands C.B. Pandey and Lalita Singh 20. Agroforestry: An Alternate Landuse for Wasteland Utilization in Central India S.D. Upadhyaya and Aashutosh Sharma 21. Rehabilitation of Degraded Lands through Silvipastoral Systems: A Balanced Approach for Alternative Land use in the North-Western Himalayas Charan Singh and O.P. Chaturvedi 22. Role of Windbreaks/Shelterbelts for Conservation of Natural Resources in Arid Conditions Rajendra Prasad, R.S. Mertia, and S.K. Dhyani 23. Scope and Potential of Medicinal Plants in Agroforestry: An Appraisal P.S. Thakur and C.L. Thakur 24. Tree Improvement in Tamil Nadu M.P. Divya, R. Jayaramasoundari and N. Chandra Sekaran 25. Package and Practices of Mass Production Through Vegetative Propagation and Cultivation of Bamboos R. Kaushal, S.K. Tewari, R.L. Banik, J.M.S. Tomar and O.P. Chaturvedi 26. Economics of Traditional Agroforestry Models in Orissa, India P.K. Singh and S.M.S. Quli

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