Research Assistant Michigan State University East Lansing, Michigan, United States
The presentation will briefly explore measuring the extent of agroforestry in the Great Lakes region, as well as a nuanced and emerging understanding of landowner intentionality behind establishing and maintaining agroforestry practices.
Learning Objectives:
Identify and describe advanced remote sensing techniques for measuring agroforestry presence and adoption in the Great Lakes Region. This learning objective encompasses understanding the spatial intricacies of agroforestry practices, including the design and spatial arrangement of agroforestry structures, and recognizing the impact of landowner intentions on land use optimization.
Assess the significance of landowner intentionality in agroforestry practices, emphasizing that agroforestry features and practices necessitate active involvement from landowners for their establishment and ongoing maintenance. This objective highlights the critical role of landowner decisions in implementing and sustaining agroforestry systems, reflecting a deliberate commitment to integrating agricultural and forestry components for environmental and economic benefits.
