Allometry for Biomass Estimation in Jatropha Trees Planted as Boundary Hedge in Farmers’ Fields

Regrowth and planted trees in agricultural landscapes are rarely protected from clearing under national Forest Acts. There is, therefore, some question over the long-term security of any value they might provide to biodiversity and the global carbon cycle. Engaging landholders in carbon credits that...

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Main Authors: David L. Skole, George Y. Kanyama-Phiri, Iain H. Woodhouse, Stephy D. Makungwa, Abbie Chittock
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2013-04-01
Series:Forests
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1999-4907/4/2/218