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Maintain biodiversity and soil fertility along floodplains.
Act as natural barriers against siltation and riverbank collapse.
G. Irrigated Plantations
Location:
Artificially planted forests in Punjab and Sindh, especially Changa Manga,
Chichawatni, Kundian, and Tando Muhammad Khan.
Climate:
Hot and dry; irrigated through canal systems.
Main Species:
Shisham, Kikar, Eucalyptus, Mulberry, Poplar.
Uses:
Timber and Fuelwood: Regular supply for industries and households.
Shade Trees: Along roads and canals.
Windbreaks and Shelterbelts: Protect crops from strong winds.
Paper and Plywood: Used in manufacturing industries.
Importance:
Reduce pressure on natural forests.
Improve micro-climate and air quality.
Provide employment and industrial raw material.
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