Hedgerow planting
- Establishment of dense vegetation in a linear design for natural resource conservation using woody plants or perennial grasses.
- improve water quality & provide wildlife habitat.
- a soil conservation measure but also generate fodder & income to marginal farmers.
- contribute to sustainable mountain development through erosion control.
Purpose of Hedgerow Planting:
I. Fodder , cover and corridors for terrestrial wildlife, aquatic organisms.
II.Living fences
III.Boundary delineation
IV.Contour guidelines
V. Screens and barriers to noise, odours and dust.
VI. Improvement of landscape appearance.