Explore how different agroforestry systems influence soil microbial communities, their diversity, and their role in nutrient cycling and soil health improvement.
Quantify and compare the carbon sequestration rates of various agroforestry models in different agro-climatic zones of India.
Investigate the contribution of agroforestry systems in supporting pollinator populations, especially bees, and their impact on enhancing crop yields and biodiversity.
Examine the economic and social factors that influence farmers' decisions to adopt agroforestry, considering income diversification, livelihood improvement, and poverty reduction.
Study how agroforestry practices impact water quality, runoff, and sedimentation in watersheds, and their role in sustainable water resource management.