dairyforestry
Dairyforestry is an integrated land-use system that combines dairy cattle production with forest or tree-based land use. It aims to create ecological and economic value by leveraging interactions between trees, pasture, and livestock. The term is used within agroforestry and is closely related to silvopasture and tree-crop integration.
In dairyforestry, trees are planted as windbreaks, shade trees in pastures, alley-ways, or permanent woodlots providing
Potential benefits include improved animal welfare through shade and shelter, enhanced soil health and biodiversity, reduced
Adoption is region-specific and varies with climate, land tenure, and market demand. Research investigates tree species
Dairyforestry overlaps with silvopasture and broader agroforestry practices and is influenced by policy, economics, and land