Abstract:
A study conducted in Kurni Katakwi and Lira
districts in 2002 identified Ficus natalensis as an
important 'tree for poles, fuel, windbreaks and
shade. It is also -one of the indigenous fodder
trees.
The tree poses little competition on crops and is
believed to enhance soil fertility. It is in view of
these attributes that Ficus natalensis has been
pointed out as one of the most important
indigenous tree species with potential for
agroforestry in the Teso and Lango farming
systems.