Silvopasture/intercropping of fruit trees with crops; alfalfa with hazelnut tree on display by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada at Ag in Motion 2025. Photo: Janelle Rudolph

Research studies fruit-forage intercropping

An Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada scientist shares the potential benefits of the practice found in trials conducted in Saskatchewan

Researchers are looking at Prairie farmers’ options for intercropping annual or perennial crops with shelterbelts composed of berry bushes and tree species such as seabuckthorn and buffalo berry, to boost biodiversity and returns.