Targets agricultural landscapes affected by salinity and which generally have rainfall less than 650mm per year. This book addresses issues such as: where tree planting might best be pursued, what species and technologies should be used for establishment and later management, and how productivity can be improved, and more.

The authors provide a comprehensive account of all the issues relevant to the development of these new forests, covering soils, the bio-physical environment, water use and irrigation strategies - including the use of wastewater, silviculture, pests and diseases, wood quality and products, and economics and policy implications.