Economic analysis of agroforestry options for small irrigated farms in Punjab Province Pakistan
Economic analysis of agroforestry options for small irrigated farms in Punjab Province Pakistan
Malik Muhammad Khan and David R. Betters
ABSTRACT
Agroforestry on small irrigated farms may represent
opportunities for solving Pakistan's wood supply
problems. However, in order for such practices to be
adopted small farms must realize economic benefits. An
approach to determining economic benefits is illustrated
in an application to a typical small irrigated farm in
Punjab. The analysis first finds the most economically
efficient single crop and joint poplar-wheat production
possibilities then analyzes these possibilities under
typical farm constraints and requirements. In the case
study, the result show that applying agroforestry
practices can increase overall farm production and
income. Applying the economic analyses approach
discussed here coupled with sound policy and extension
activities should help promote the acceptance of
agroforestry.
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September 1990
Vol. 40, Iss. 3
