Ohio Agroforestry Corridors

Agroforestry corridors combine windbreaks riparian buffers and alley cropping to provide habitat corridors for pollinators birds and beneficial insects while supporting farm productivity.

Habitat And Pollination Services

Flowering trees and shrubs in corridors supply nectar and nesting sites that enhance pollination for adjacent crops.

Soil And Water Benefits

Tree roots reduce erosion increase infiltration and sequester carbon improving soil health and water quality on farms.

Wildlife Movement And Pest Control

Corridors provide shelter for predators of crop pests and facilitate movement of small mammals and birds across agricultural landscapes.

Implementation And Incentives

Technical assistance and incentive programs help farmers design corridors that balance production and conservation goals.