The development of poplar agroforestry and associated research in India is reviewed. The model of agroforestry
development involving a partnership between farmers, the private sector and the government is worthy of further
investigation for application in other areas of India and to other countries. A number of suggestions are given for further
research in the context of optimising the system for resource-poor farmers. These include changes in tree and crop varieties,
tree spacing, and utilisation of small diameter logs, and other poplar products.