Silvopasture is a sustainable farming method that integrates trees, forage, and livestock, promoting economic resilience and ecological health. Historically rooted in indigenous practices, it has gained recognition in North America since the 1940s, evolving as a response to climate change and overgrazing. The technique goes beyond traditional pasture systems, enhancing productivity by doubling revenue opportunities through diverse tree products. Supported by academic and governmental bodies, silvopasture represents a harmonious way to align agricultural practices with ecological needs, securing both livelihoods and environmental sustainability.
Adding trees to grazing land is good stewardship and good business. Well-managed silvopasture systems can increase net farm income when compared to conventional ranching.
The practice delivers impressive results that conventional industrial systems can't match.
Silvopasture is an ancient practice long carried out by people all over the world. In North America, we have indigenous peoples to thank for this systemic view of pastoral lifeways.
In America, silvopasture was most popular among people in the southeast pines. In Mexico, it is still used to reforest areas taken over by grazing.
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