Uploaded December 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Forest farming consists of managing or establishing stands of trees or shrubs in coordination with the management and/or cultivation of understory plants or nontimber forest products. This video explores how Evan Ryan implemented this conservation practice in Makawao, Hawai'i. Practice benefits:
• Improves Soil Health
• Increases Organic Matter
• Increases Crop Diversity
• Improves plant/tree diversity
• Improves terrestrial habitat
The Conservation at Work video series was created to increase producer awareness of common conservation practices and was filmed at various locations throughout the country. Because conservation plans are specific to the unique resource needs on each farm and also soil type, weather conditions, etc., these videos were designed to serve as a general guide to the benefits of soil and water conservation and landowners should contact their local USDA office for individual consultation.
Forest farming consists of managing or establishing stands of trees or shrubs in coordination with the management and/or cultivation of understory plants or nontimber forest products. This video explores how Evan Ryan implemented this conservation practice in Makawao, Hawai'i. Practice benefits:
• Improves Soil Health
• Increases Organic Matter
• Increases Crop Diversity
• Improves plant/tree diversity
• Improves terrestrial habitat
The Conservation at Work video series was created to increase producer awareness of common conservation practices and was filmed at various locations throughout the country. Because conservation plans are specific to the unique resource needs on each farm and also soil type, weather conditions, etc., these videos were designed to serve as a general guide to the benefits of soil and water conservation and landowners should contact their local USDA office for individual consultation.
