Agroforestry, growing trees in fields, can boost productivity and profits for farmers.
Described as farming in 3D, productivity is increased by growing upwards as well as at ground level, making the best use of light, nutrients and moisture.
A major review for the Land Use Policy Group found that agroforestry was one of the systems with the greatest potential for the 'sustainable intensification' of farming.
That's why the Woodland Trust, the Soil Association and the Royal Forestry Society are staging a practical and inspiring one-day conference for farmers, foresters, landowners and researchers interested in the issue.
During the event, guests will hear from people who are making agroforestry work for them.
Farmers, foresters and advisors with hands-on experience will talk about the benefits, risks and how to make it happen.
Chaired by Farming Today’s Charlotte Smith, the day will appeal to policy makers too, bringing together the UK’s leading agroforestry practitioners and experts.
It will highlight policy measures that would help to accelerate the uptake of agroforestry and the public benefits that it delivers.
What do you think of agroforestry? Let us know on our Facebook page, don't forget to give us a like!
For more information please visit soilassociation.org.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules here