scholarly journals Livelihood gains and ecological costs of non-timber forest product dependence: assessing the roles of dependence, ecological knowledge and market structure in three contrasting human and ecological settings in south India

2004 ◽  
Vol 31 (3) ◽  
pp. 242-253 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. UMA SHAANKER ◽  
K.N. GANESHAIAH ◽  
SMITHA KRISHNAN ◽  
R. RAMYA ◽  
C. MEERA ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
South India ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Poor People ◽  
Ecological Knowledge ◽  
Indigenous Ecological Knowledge ◽  
Fringe Communities ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products ◽  
Study Sites ◽  
Ecological Cost ◽  
Forest Fringe

Non-timber forest products (NTFPs) constitute the single largest determinant of livelihoods for scores of forest fringe communities and poor people in the tropics. In India over 50 million people are believed to be directly dependent upon NTFPs for their subsistence. However, such human dependence on NTFPs for livelihood gains (win) has most frequently been at a certain ecological cost (lose). If livelihoods are to be maintained, the existing ‘win-lose’ settings have to be steered to a ‘win-win’ mode, otherwise, there could be severe erosion of the biological resources and loss of livelihoods (‘lose-lose’). Examining the dependence of forest fringe communities on NTFPs at three sites in south India with contrasting human and ecological settings, three key factors (extent of dependence on NTFPs, indigenous ecological knowledge and market organization) are likely to constrain reaching the win-win situation. How these factors shape the ecological cost of harvesting NTFPs at the three sites is examined. Within the parameter space of these factors, it is possible to predict outcomes and associations that will conform to win-win or win-lose situations. Empirical data derived from the three study sites demonstrate the causality of the observed associations. The key for long-term livelihood gains lies in reducing the ecological cost. Certain interventions and recommendations that could optimize the balance between livelihood gains and ecological cost are proposed.

scholarly journals Integral economics and the exploration of indigenous knowledge

2012 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 83-105
Author(s):  
Somnath Ghosal
Keyword(s):  
Value Added ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Native Forest ◽  
Fringe Communities ◽  
Economically Deprived ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products ◽  
Alternative Sources ◽  
Ecological Concern ◽  
Value Added Products ◽  
Forest Fringe

The ever-increasing pressures on tropical forests due to the increasing population of socio-economically deprived communities dwelling in forest fringe areas are not only a matter of ecological concern, but also affect the sustainable livelihoods of these communities. Alternative sources of income are urgently needed for these communities. Forest is the principal natural resource for the Purulia, Bankura and West Midnapur districts of West Bengal, India. More sustainable harvesting of forest products, particularly Non-Timber Forest Products(NTFPs) and the production of value added products would therefore be the best possible way to improve the existing economic conditions of deprived forest fringe communities and save native forest biodiversity for the future.

scholarly journals Farmers’ perceptions of the impacts of Adansonia digitata L. leaves exploitation on its conservation and on livelihoods of local communities in Mali, West Africa

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (13) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hadidjatou Nana Sogodogo ◽  
Kapoury Sanogo ◽  
DA Sie Sylvestre ◽  
Souleymane S. Traoré ◽  
Joseph Ipou
Keyword(s):  
Species Conservation ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Local Communities ◽  
Adansonia Digitata ◽  
Annual Household Income ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products ◽  
Negative Impacts ◽  
And Gender ◽  
Study Sites ◽  
Farmer’S Perception

Baobab tree species plays a significant role in the livelihoods of rural dwellers in the Sahel regions. This study was carried out to analyze farmer’s perceptions on the impacts of Adansonia digitata L. leaves exploitation on its conservation and on livelihoods of local communities. Data were collected by interviewing 120 farmers to elucidate the impacts of leaves exploitation as well as the contribution of the species on their livelihoods. Descriptive statistics and multiple regression analysis were used to analyze the data to identify the annual contribution and to determine the socio-demographic characteristics influencing farmer’s perception of baobab leaves harvesting techniques. The results show that non-timber forest products (NTFPs) are the second pillar to support the respondents after agriculture. Their contribution rate ranged between 4 and 7% in the study sites. The findings revealed that the annual income obtained per person from the exploitation of baobab leaves ranged from 33,714 FCFA (56.00 USD) to 52,857 FCFA (87.80 USD). Its contribution to annual household income varies between 2.51 and 5.4%. Two (used of machete and stick) out of the three (manual collection, used of machete and stick) methods used by farmers to harvest the baobab leaves, have negative impacts on baobab species conservation. Age, educational level, and gender are key factors influencing farmer’s perception of baobab leaves harvesting. In view of the importance of the baobab tree, it is imperative that the domestication and propagation of baobab trees should be supported through the adoption of improved agroforestry technologies. In addition, sustainable harvesting practices of baobab leaves is also recommended for the conservation of this species.

Information Mycological Systems and Traditional Ecological Knowledge

2018 ◽  
pp. 338-353 ◽  
Author(s):  
Humberto Thomé-Ortiz
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Geographic Information Systems ◽  
Traditional Ecological Knowledge ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Geographic Information ◽  
Edible Mushrooms ◽  
Central Mexico ◽  
Ecological Knowledge ◽  
Tourism Product ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products

Wild edible fungi are non-timber forest products that have great relevance for forest communities in central Mexico. Texcaltitlán is a rural community known for its traditional ecological knowledge on the use and identification of wild edible mushrooms. The aim of this work is to link Geographic Information Systems and Traditional Ecological Knowledge, in order to generate Mycological Information Systems. This is a qualitative, quantitative and exploratory research, which seeks to determine the usefulness of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to systematize and locate mycological resources for use as a tourist attraction. The results show the existence of a wide variety of edible mushrooms in the region, along with a wide mycological traditional knowledge. Both aspects reflect the existence of unique natural and cultural features that can be the basis to build a unique tourism product in central Mexico. It is concluded that GIS are useful tools to build a multifunctional vision of mushrooms.

The traditional Rimbo Larangan system of forest management: An ethnoecological case study in Nagari Paru, Sijujung District, West Sumatra, Indonesia

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 61-68
Author(s):  
YUKI ALANDRA ◽  
FATIYA ULFA DWI AMELIA ◽  
JOHAN ISKANDAR
Keyword(s):  
Forest Management ◽  
Forest Conservation ◽  
Local Community ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Ecological Knowledge ◽  
Ecological History ◽  
West Sumatra ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products ◽  
Long Time

Abstract. Alandra Y. Amelia FUD, Iskandar J. 2018. The traditional Rimbo Larangan system of forest management: An ethnoecological case study in Nagari Paru, Sijujung District, West Sumatra, Indonesia. Asian J Ethnobiol 1: 61-68. The community of Nagari Paru, Sijunjung District, West Sumatra Province, Indonesia has a traditional forest conservation system locally known as Rimbo Larangan which is based on the Local Knowledge (LK) or the Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) - strongly embedded in the local culture.. Although the Rimbo Larangan has nearly disappeared in many villages (nagari) of West Sumatra, particularly of the Minangkabau ethnic, this traditional forest conservation system in Nagari Paru has been properly maintained. The aim of this study was to document the ecological history, the characteristics of the involved local institutions and the management system of the Rimbo Larangan based on a case study in Nagari Paru, Sijunjung district, West Sumatra Province. Method used in this study was qualitative with the ethnoecological approach. The results of the study showed that the ecological story of Rimbo Larangan has been established since a long time, in parallel with initial construction of agricultural and settlement areas in the forest. The institution of Rimbo Larangan, as a distinctive model, was initially organized by the original initiatives of informal leaders which were later joined and supported by the local government. Based on the Rimbo Larangan system, various non-timber forest products of Nagari Paru has been sustainably utilized by the local community. In addition, the forest has provided ecological services over time for the local community.

scholarly journals Consumers' Attitudes towards Edible Wild Plants: A Case Study of Noto Peninsula, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-16 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bixia Chen ◽  
Zhenmian Qiu
Keyword(s):  
Forest Products ◽  
Wild Plants ◽  
Agricultural Cooperatives ◽  
Ecological Knowledge ◽  
Edible Wild Plants ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products ◽  
Ishikawa Prefecture ◽  
Increasing Demand ◽  
Ntfp Extraction

This study explored the rural revitalizing strategy in FAO's Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS) site in Noto Peninsula, Ishikawa Prefecture of Japan, using a case study of edible wild plants. This study assessed the current and possible future utilization of edible wild plants as one important NTFP by clarifying the attitudes of consumers and exploring the challenges of harvesting edible wild plants. Traditional ecological knowledge associated with edible wild plants and the related attitudes of consumers towards wild plants was documented. A questionnaire survey found that a majority of the respondents held positive attitude towards edible wild plants as being healthy, safe food, part of traditional dietary culture. Increasing demand of edible wild plants from urban residents aroused conflicts with local residents’ interest given that around 86% of the forested hills are private in Noto Region. Non timber forest products (NTFP) extraction can be seen as a tool for creating socioeconomic relationships that are dependent on healthy, biodiverse ecosystems. It was suggested that Japanese Agricultural Cooperatives (JA) and Forestry Cooperatives (FCA) could be involved with GIAHS process. As important traditional dietary and ecological system, edible wild plants should be a part of GIAHS project for rural revitalization.

scholarly journals Profitability Analysis of Non-Timber Forest Products Marketing in Eastern Hills of Nepal: Looking for an Alternative Marketing Approach to Benefit the Poor

1970 ◽  
Vol 1 ◽  
pp. 16-28
Author(s):  
BH Pandit ◽  
R Subedi ◽  
C Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Key Words ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Poor People ◽  
Profitability Analysis ◽  
The Poor ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products ◽  
P 16 ◽  
Marketing Approach

Key words: Nepal; NTFP trading; profitability; poor people; collectors; tradersDOI: 10.3126/init.v1i0.2675The Initiation Vol.1 2007 p.16-28

scholarly journals COMPOSITION AND DIVERSITY OF NON-TIMBER FOREST PRODUCTS (NTFPs) IN BATURIYA WETLAND GAME RESERVE, JIGAWA STATE, NIGERIA

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 416-425
Author(s):  
M. G. Saka ◽  
Y. I. Aujara ◽  
K. J. Ilu ◽  
K. D. Salami ◽  
Mustapha Yakubu
Keyword(s):  
Similarity Index ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Forest Product ◽  
Species Number ◽  
Simpson Index ◽  
Game Reserve ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products ◽  
Recorded Data ◽  
Study Sites ◽  
Operational Plan

Inadequate documentation and information of Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs) in the study sites call for the assessment of composition and diversity of the concern products. Therefore, the aim of the study is to assess the Composition and Diversity of Non- Timber Forest Products (NTFPs) in Baturiya Wetland Game Reserve, Jigawa State, Nigeria. A four (4) transects of 1km length was laid at an interval of 400 m. Likewise, in each transect, 4 plots of 100 x 100 m was laid alternately along each transect at 200 m interval. Also four (4) quadrants of 1m x1m in size for small non-timber forest products was randomly laid in each 100 x100m plot for each of the habitats in each plot, plant stocks identified were recorded. Data collected were analysed using Simpson index, Sorenson index and descriptive statistic. Results showed that Upland area had the highest species, number of individual and diversity of Non–Timber Forest Product followed by Swampy area and Fadama area with the values of (94, 1464, D-0.981), (63, 842, D-0.970) and (60, 805, D-0.969) respectively. Upland area and Swampy area had the highest similarity index of 78.5%. The results suggest that the documentation, inventory and management of NTFPs should be addressed in operational plan to enhance its diversity

scholarly journals Non-timber Forest Products of Mauritia flexuosa L. f.: Loss or Permanence of TEK in Quilombola Communities of Southern Amazon?

2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 43-55
Author(s):  
Nilo Leal Sander ◽  
Carolina Joana Da Silva ◽  
Carolina Joana Da Silva ◽  
Joari Costa De Arruda ◽  
Wilkinson Lopes Lázaro ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Rural Communities ◽  
Animal Feed ◽  
Participant Observation ◽  
Public Policies ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Ecological Knowledge ◽  
Urban Centers ◽  
Local Resources ◽  
Mauritia Flexuosa ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products

While Non-timber forest products are relevant to conservation and development, there are diverse drivers that have a complex impact on their use and traditional ecological knowledge (TEK). The erosion of TEK and its causes were evaluated on buriti (Mauritia flexuosa L. f.) in Quilombola communities in Brazil, by using ethnographic and ethnobotanical methods, including snow ball, 23 interviews, and participant observation. Informants reported 15 different uses of buriti divided into five categories (food, animal feed, handicrafts, construction, and ornamental); however, only five uses were actively performed until the end of this study. Differences between knowledge and uses of buriti could be attributed to proximity to urban centers, public policies for livestock production, and decreasing interest in handcraft manufacturing by using local resources. Therefore, it is important to ensure that knowledge and traditional practices in rural communities are combined for the socioeconomic benefits of rural/urban connection. Additionally, public policies need to focus on the local potential associated with biodiversity – including buriti – and with the TEK associated, instead of encouraging exotic cultures that significantly decrease biological and cultural diversity.

Information Mycological Systems and Traditional Ecological Knowledge

2019 ◽  
pp. 1321-1336
Author(s):  
Humberto Thomé-Ortiz
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Geographic Information Systems ◽  
Traditional Ecological Knowledge ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Geographic Information ◽  
Edible Mushrooms ◽  
Central Mexico ◽  
Ecological Knowledge ◽  
Tourism Product ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products

Wild edible fungi are non-timber forest products that have great relevance for forest communities in central Mexico. Texcaltitlán is a rural community known for its traditional ecological knowledge on the use and identification of wild edible mushrooms. The aim of this work is to link Geographic Information Systems and Traditional Ecological Knowledge, in order to generate Mycological Information Systems. This is a qualitative, quantitative and exploratory research, which seeks to determine the usefulness of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to systematize and locate mycological resources for use as a tourist attraction. The results show the existence of a wide variety of edible mushrooms in the region, along with a wide mycological traditional knowledge. Both aspects reflect the existence of unique natural and cultural features that can be the basis to build a unique tourism product in central Mexico. It is concluded that GIS are useful tools to build a multifunctional vision of mushrooms.

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