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Riparian Buffer Strips are vegetated areas near streams or rivers that help maintain water quality by intercepting pollutants. Benefits include reduced soil erosion, improved wildlife habitat, and water quality protection.

Mulching involves applying a layer of material on the surface of the soil to conserve moisture, improve fertility, and reduce weed growth. Benefits include moisture retention, soil temperature regulation, and enhanced soil health.

Forest Farming is the cultivation of high-value specialty crops under the canopy of an established forest. Benefits include sustainable yield of non-timber products and habitat conservation.

Windbreaks or Shelterbelts are rows of trees or shrubs planted to protect crops from the wind. Benefits include reduced wind erosion, energy conservation on farms, and microclimate control.

Forest Gardening is a low-maintenance sustainable plant-based food production system based on woodland ecosystems, incorporating fruit and nut trees, shrubs, herbs, and perennial vegetables. Benefits include permaculture design, habitat creation, and a diverse yield.

Alley Cropping is the planting of crops in strips with rows of trees or shrubs on each side. Benefits include enhanced soil structure, improved biodiversity, and protection against wind erosion.