Integration of Trees into Agricultural Landscapes for Improved Soil Quality

TLDR

• He hopes to increase the number of trees on his farm to 1,000, demonstrating how carbon farming can become part of a broader strategy for environmental conservation, agricultural improvement and rural entrepreneurship.
• Since planting his first seedlings, he has successfully established 218 healthy trees on his farm.
• After successfully maintaining his trees, Mr Kibiki received an initial incentive payment of 20,000 Tanzanian shillings.
• The importance of integrating trees into agricultural landscapes extends well beyond carbon storage.
• Trees improve soil quality by increasing organic matter, reducing erosion and enhancing moisture retention.