The Extent of Adoption of Agroforestry Systems and Practices and Conservation Implications in Kilombero District, Tanzania

Agroforestry systems and practices are perceived to improve livelihood sustainable management of natural resources. However, factors influencing their adoption in various regions require further investigation as they differ biophysical conditions societal characteristics. This study was conducted Kilombero district investigate the different agroforestry agro-ecosystems farming systems. Household surveys, key informant interviews focus group discussions were used data collection. Descriptive statistics Multinomial Regression Analysis SPSS for analysis. Results show that Agrosilvopasture Agrosilviculture dominant while home garden Mixed Intercropping practice. There is a potential terms product diversification biodiversity conservation though differed given influence factors. Different statistically significant predictors practices. Residence period, availability extension education/services, residence type gender Farmers' oriented critical The concludes practice will be more successful if local priorities including socio-economic characteristics society considered designing Socio-economic communities factor should addressed process expanding Study recommends productive contribute household food income better adopted.