In India, the National Agroforestry Policy (NAP) was launched in 2014 with the aim of promoting agroforestry practices across the country. The policy outlines the various benefits of agroforestry, including improving the livelihoods of farmers, enhancing biodiversity, reducing soil erosion, and mitigating the effects of climate change. Some of the key components of the NAP […]

Sandalwood, also known as Chandan, is an evergreen tree that is grown for its fragrant oil, which is used in a variety of products ranging from perfumes, incense sticks, and cosmetic products. India has been a major producer of sandalwood for centuries and continues to be so even today. The demand for sandalwood is increasing

Sandalwood is one of the most valuable and highly sought after wood species in the world, and India has a rich history of sandalwood cultivation. The tree, known scientifically as Santalum Album, is native to India and has been prized for its fragrant oil, used in perfumes, soaps, and religious ceremonies, for centuries. In recent