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A form one class went out to collect seed from trees suitable for agroforestry.(a) Give four characteristics of trees suitable for agroforestry. (4mks)(b) Explain how...

A form one class went out to collect seed from trees suitable for agroforestry.
(a) Give four characteristics of trees suitable for agroforestry.
(b) Explain how the class prepared the seeds in readiness for planting after collection

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john
(a)
? Leguminous to improve soil fertility
? Open crown to avoid shading crops
? Of fast growth for farmers to benefit in a short time.
? Deep rooted to avoid competing with crops for nutrients
? Good in production of by products like medicine, fruits and flowers for honey.
(b) Extraction to remove seeds from pods/fruits
? Drying to reduce seed moisture content
? testing to verify seed quality/germination percentage
? Treatment to break dormancy
john3 answered the question on December 18, 2017 at 05:05

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