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Synopsis The present trend of depletion of forest cover and population explosion is leading towards natural catastrophy in near future. Nowadays the concept of agro-forestry is trying to fill the gap to cater the needs of local people by multiple use of natural resources such as soil, radiant energy, water and nutrient. Due to population pressure, excessive use of agricultural field through heavy fertilizer and faulty irrigation practices is leading towards the formation of vast tract of waste land. The book is an approach that how, agroforestry can supplement the amelioration of environment and to convert the non-culturable land into agroecosystem. The book Agroforestry and Wastelands throws light on the conditions, type, pattern and methods of agro-forestry system in India and other adjoining countries of the world. The use of MPTS in the development of wastelands and in combating environmental pollution. Comprehensive list of plants with local and botanical names help the research in the field of agroforestry, ecology, soil conservation. The present book will be of immense use for the students of forestry besides the policy planners and administrators. It will also help to conservationist and nature lover.