Reforestation In Arid Lands

At a glance..

This new edition of Reforestation in Arid Lands is a comprehensive reference for people planting trees. Part field guide, part planting introduction to the legal and social context of reforestation, the book distills the lessons of forestry successes in dozens of countries.

The details..

"Reforestation in Arid Lands" is an essential resource for anyone interested in reforesting arid regions. The book provides detailed information on how to plan and execute successful reforestation projects that involve local communities. It was first published by Volunteers in Technical Assistance (VITA) as a joint effort with the United States Peace Corps back in 1977, but this second edition has been revised and updated based on ten years of practical field experience from around the world.

The book covers everything you need to know about designing and managing a reforestation project, including preliminary considerations such as natural resource policies, present land uses, and community involvement; regeneration options; water supply; seasonal considerations; site use planning; protection measures against erosion or pests etc.; personnel management; soil properties like texture or pH levels which affect plant growth rates significantly.

There are also sections dedicated specifically towards nursery management - covering topics such as design/layout of nurseries themselves along with ground/soil preparation methods used therein -, planting sites - discussing lifting out & transportation procedures involved when moving seedlings between locations -, agro-forestry methods which can be applied within Africa's unique ecosystem while still maintaining sustainable practices over time-, special subjects like fire prevention strategies or fencing solutions depending upon specific needs at hand.

Overall "Reforestation in Arid Lands" offers readers comprehensive guidance on every aspect related to successfully regenerating degraded landscapes through tree planting initiatives involving local communities across various African countries where these efforts have already shown promise.