{"id":35056,"date":"2025-07-03T18:49:19","date_gmt":"2025-07-03T13:19:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=35056"},"modified":"2025-07-03T18:49:25","modified_gmt":"2025-07-03T13:19:25","slug":"model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Model Rules for Agroforestry in India: NTMS Portal to Ease Tree Felling and Boost Rural Income"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span 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ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#Model_Rules_for_Agroforestry_in_India_The_Centre_introduces_simplified_agroforestry_rules_and_the_NTMS_portal_to_boost_rural_economy_promote_sustainable_farming_and_ease_tree_harvesting_on_agricultural_land\" >Model Rules for Agroforestry in India: The Centre introduces simplified agroforestry rules and the NTMS portal to boost rural economy, promote sustainable farming, and ease tree harvesting on agricultural land.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#%F0%9F%8C%B1_Centre_Unveils_Model_Rules_to_Ease_Agroforestry_Regulations_and_Boost_Rural_Economy\" >\ud83c\udf31 Centre Unveils Model Rules to Ease Agroforestry Regulations and Boost Rural Economy<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#Simplified_Tree%E2%80%91Felling_Rules_for_Agricultural_Land\" >Simplified Tree\u2011Felling Rules for Agricultural Land<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#Digital_Platform_for_Plantation_Registration\" >Digital Platform for Plantation Registration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#Benefits_From_Climate_Resilience_to_Economic_Growth\" >Benefits: From Climate Resilience to Economic Growth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#Institutional_Framework_and_Oversight\" >Institutional Framework and Oversight<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#Enhancing_Ease_of_Doing_Agro-Business\" >Enhancing Ease of Doing Agro-Business<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#%F0%9F%93%9D_Why_This_News_is_Important\" >\ud83d\udcdd Why This News is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#Empowering_Farmers_and_Rural_Economy\" >Empowering Farmers and Rural Economy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#Boost_to_Environmental_Goals\" >Boost to Environmental Goals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#Strengthening_Agricultural_and_Forestry_Synergy\" >Strengthening Agricultural and Forestry Synergy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#Policy_Precedent_and_Ease_of_Doing_Business\" >Policy Precedent and Ease of Doing Business<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#%F0%9F%93%9A_Historical_Context\" >\ud83d\udcda Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#National_Agroforestry_Policy_2014\" >National Agroforestry Policy, 2014<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#2016_Wood-Based_Industries_Guidelines\" >2016 Wood-Based Industries Guidelines<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#Regulatory_Challenges_and_the_Need_for_Clarity\" >Regulatory Challenges and the Need for Clarity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#Digital_Evolution_of_Regulatory_Oversight\" >Digital Evolution of Regulatory Oversight<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#%F0%9F%93%8C_Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CModel_Rules_to_Ease_Agroforestry_Regulations%E2%80%9D\" >\ud83d\udccc Key Takeaways from \u201cModel Rules to Ease Agroforestry Regulations\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#1_What_are_the_Model_Rules_for_Felling_of_Trees_in_Agricultural_Lands\" >1. What are the Model Rules for Felling of Trees in Agricultural Lands?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#2_What_is_the_National_Timber_Management_System_NTMS\" >2. What is the National Timber Management System (NTMS)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#3_Why_is_Agroforestry_being_promoted\" >3. Why is Agroforestry being promoted?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#4_Who_grants_the_permission_for_tree_harvesting_under_these_rules\" >4. Who grants the permission for tree harvesting under these rules?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#5_How_will_this_help_Indias_rural_economy\" >5. How will this help India&#8217;s rural economy?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/model-rules-for-agroforestry-in-india\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Model_Rules_for_Agroforestry_in_India_The_Centre_introduces_simplified_agroforestry_rules_and_the_NTMS_portal_to_boost_rural_economy_promote_sustainable_farming_and_ease_tree_harvesting_on_agricultural_land\"><\/span><strong>Model Rules for Agroforestry in India<\/strong>: The Centre introduces simplified agroforestry rules and the NTMS portal to boost rural economy, promote sustainable farming, and ease tree harvesting on agricultural land.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%B1_Centre_Unveils_Model_Rules_to_Ease_Agroforestry_Regulations_and_Boost_Rural_Economy\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf31 Centre Unveils Model Rules to Ease Agroforestry Regulations and Boost Rural Economy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Simplified_Tree%E2%80%91Felling_Rules_for_Agricultural_Land\"><\/span>Simplified Tree\u2011Felling Rules for Agricultural Land<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a major policy shift, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has released new <strong>Model Rules for Felling of Trees in Agricultural Lands<\/strong>. These rules are designed to <strong>streamline and standardize<\/strong> regulations across States and Union Territories, making it easier for farmers to legally harvest and manage tree plantations on their farmland This initiative removes bureaucratic hurdles and disjointed state-level approaches, encouraging greater adoption of agroforestry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Digital_Platform_for_Plantation_Registration\"><\/span>Digital Platform for Plantation Registration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A key feature is the introduction of the <strong>National Timber Management System (NTMS)<\/strong>\u2014an online portal where farmers can register agroforestry plantations. It requires uploading land ownership proofs, species details, GPS coordinates, and periodic geotagged photos to ensure traceability. Harvesting requests will be submitted online, with site visits by empanelled agencies and permits issued by Divisional Forest Officers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_From_Climate_Resilience_to_Economic_Growth\"><\/span>Benefits: From Climate Resilience to Economic Growth<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Agroforestry offers multiple advantages:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Boosts <strong>rural income<\/strong> by allowing farmers to sell timber and tree-based products.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Promotes <strong>environmental sustainability<\/strong>, including soil health, biodiversity, and carbon sequestration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduces pressure on natural forests by increasing <strong>farm-based timber production<\/strong>, supporting India\u2019s climate goals and timber sector needs <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Institutional_Framework_and_Oversight\"><\/span>Institutional Framework and Oversight<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">State-level committees, as per the <strong>2016 Wood-Based Industries Guidelines<\/strong>, will supervise implementation. They will empanel verification agencies to inspect plantations and harvesting applications. Divisional Forest Officers will ensure transparency and compliance. The Centre has urged all States\/UTs to adopt these model rules for uniform implementation <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enhancing_Ease_of_Doing_Agro-Business\"><\/span>Enhancing Ease of Doing Agro-Business<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These guidelines significantly reduce procedural delays in tree felling, enhance legal clarity, and open up new revenue streams for farmers. They also support India\u2019s legal timber trade by ensuring authenticated timber sources, potentially boosting exports and domestic value chains <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"Model-Rules-for-Agroforestry-in-India\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/currentaffairs.adda247.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/multisite\/sites\/5\/2025\/06\/30125806\/Centre-Unveils-Model-Rules-to-Ease-Agroforestry-Regulations-and-Boost-Rural-Economy.jpg\" alt=\"Model Rules for Agroforestry in India\" title=\"Model Rules for Agroforestry in India\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Model Rules for Agroforestry in India<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%9D_Why_This_News_is_Important\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcdd Why This News is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Empowering_Farmers_and_Rural_Economy\"><\/span>Empowering Farmers and Rural Economy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By simplifying agroforestry regulations, the new rules empower farmers to diversify income beyond traditional crops. Legal and institutional clarity helps stabilize rural finances, giving agricultural communities a stronger economic foothold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boost_to_Environmental_Goals\"><\/span>Boost to Environmental Goals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With a focus on tree cover and biodiversity, these rules support India\u2019s climate action pledges under the Paris Agreement. Increased agroforestry contributes to carbon sequestration, soil regeneration, and ecological resilience. Compliance is ensured through digital traceability and oversight frameworks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strengthening_Agricultural_and_Forestry_Synergy\"><\/span>Strengthening Agricultural and Forestry Synergy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Traditionally siloed agriculture and forestry sectors now find synergy. Agroforestry integrates tree cultivation with crop systems, reducing deforestation pressure and meeting timber demand sustainably. This aligns with the government&#8217;s broader environmental agenda and mitigation strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Policy_Precedent_and_Ease_of_Doing_Business\"><\/span>Policy Precedent and Ease of Doing Business<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The model rules set a precedent for cohesive national regulation while respecting state-level contexts. The NTMS portal signals a shift toward digital governance, transparency, and seamless processes\u2014hallmarks of India&#8217;s push for ease of doing business in rural India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%9A_Historical_Context\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcda Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"National_Agroforestry_Policy_2014\"><\/span>National Agroforestry Policy, 2014<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India launched its first <strong>National Agroforestry Policy<\/strong> in February 2014, integrating trees into agricultural systems to promote livelihoods and environmental benefits. Despite adoption, progress was slow due to fragmented regulation across states <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2016_Wood-Based_Industries_Guidelines\"><\/span>2016 Wood-Based Industries Guidelines<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These guidelines, introduced as part of forest governance reform, set the foundation for state-level regulatory collaboration in tree-based industries, including timber monitoring\u2014paving the way for today&#8217;s model rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Regulatory_Challenges_and_the_Need_for_Clarity\"><\/span>Regulatory Challenges and the Need for Clarity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before this move, farmers had to navigate complex and inconsistent regulations under forest, environment, and agriculture laws to harvest trees. This often discouraged agroforestry and burdened natural forests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Digital_Evolution_of_Regulatory_Oversight\"><\/span>Digital Evolution of Regulatory Oversight<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India\u2019s broader push for digital governance in agriculture, such as with eNAM and seed portals, set the stage for NTMS. The portal builds upon this digital infrastructure to ensure transparency, data accuracy, and coordinated monitoring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8C_Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CModel_Rules_to_Ease_Agroforestry_Regulations%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccc Key Takeaways from \u201cModel Rules to Ease Agroforestry Regulations\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S. No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1.<\/td><td>New Model Rules simplify tree-felling on agricultural land via national template.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2.<\/td><td>NTMS portal enables online registration, GPS tagging, and traceability for agroforestry.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3.<\/td><td>State-level committees and empanelled agencies will handle verification and permit issuance.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4.<\/td><td>Policy aims to boost rural income, improve soil health, biodiversity, and climate resilience.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5.<\/td><td>Promotes legal timber trade, reduces deforestation, and supports India\u2019s environmental\/economic commitments.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Model Rules for Agroforestry in India<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_are_the_Model_Rules_for_Felling_of_Trees_in_Agricultural_Lands\"><\/span>1. <strong>What are the Model Rules for Felling of Trees in Agricultural Lands?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These are standardized guidelines issued by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change to help States\/UTs ease regulations around tree felling on agricultural land. It simplifies permits and encourages agroforestry practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_is_the_National_Timber_Management_System_NTMS\"><\/span>2. <strong>What is the National Timber Management System (NTMS)?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The NTMS is a digital portal developed for online registration of tree plantations on farmland, uploading geotagged images, and submitting harvesting applications to streamline permissions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Why_is_Agroforestry_being_promoted\"><\/span>3. <strong>Why is Agroforestry being promoted?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Agroforestry combines agriculture and forestry to improve farmers&#8217; income, enhance biodiversity, reduce deforestation, and support India\u2019s climate goals like carbon sequestration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Who_grants_the_permission_for_tree_harvesting_under_these_rules\"><\/span>4. <strong>Who grants the permission for tree harvesting under these rules?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) is responsible for granting permission, based on site verification conducted by empanelled third-party agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_How_will_this_help_Indias_rural_economy\"><\/span>5. <strong>How will this help India&#8217;s rural economy?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It creates alternative revenue streams for farmers, reduces regulatory burdens, improves the timber trade, and encourages sustainable farming practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span 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