scholarly journals Socio-Economic Impact of Non-Timber Forest Products in Income Generation for Sustainable Forest Management in Gambari Forest Reserve, Oyo State, Nigeria

2018 ◽  
Vol VI (X) ◽  
Author(s):  
Odeyale Olajumoke Celinah ◽  
Olawuyi . ◽  
Eseoghene Celinah
Keyword(s):  
Forest Management ◽  
Economic Impact ◽  
Sustainable Forest Management ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Income Generation ◽  
Forest Reserve ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products ◽  
Socio Economic Impact

scholarly journals Socio-economic analysis of non-timber forest products: A case of wrapping leaves in Oluwa Forest Reserve, Ondo State, Nigeria

Agro-Science ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 9-13
Author(s):  
E.B. Olawuyi ◽  
O.C. Odeyale ◽  
B.H. Ugege ◽  
D.A. Adenuga
Keyword(s):  
Forest Management ◽  
Sustainable Forest Management ◽  
National Development ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Fuel Wood ◽  
Forest Reserve ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products ◽  
Ondo State ◽  
Rural Dwellers

The significant role of Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs) cannot be over emphasized in nation building. Despite the tremendous  benefits derived from the NTFPs in supporting the rural dwellers financially, it is perceived as less important to national development  especially in developing countries. This study analyzed the economic benefits of non-timber forest products in Oluwa forest reserve, Ondo State with a view to encouraging sustainable forest management. Purposive and random sampling were used to select 213 respondents for the study. Descriptive statistics and the budgetary techniques analyses were used for the study. Results indicated that majority of the respondents were male (56.10%), 30.00% were between the age of 30-39 years, 78.10% were married, 55.90% had household size between 1-5 people and 47.10% had secondary education. Major non-timber forest products identified in the study area include; wrapping leaves (23.20%), fuel wood (22.60%), bush meat (14.80%), snails (9.70%) and wild fruits (7.70%). The study showed that respondents used more of wrapping leaves and fuel wood with average ranking of 0.84 and 0.83 respectively. The result showed a positive profit (₦20,700.00) for wrapping leaf business and returns ₦1.80k for every ₦1 invested. The study calls for sustainable forest management of non-timber forest products to be taken up as a developmental strategy in the study area. Key words: NTFPs, Oluwa forest reserve, rural dwellers, sustainable forest management, wrapping leaves

scholarly journals Contributions of Selected Non Timber Forest Products to Socio Economic Lives in Oban Hills Forest Reserve, Nigeria

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-13
Author(s):  
Anoh, Regina Ado ◽  
Ogar, David Abua ◽  
Alobi, Alobi Obaji ◽  
Ifebueme, Nzube Michael
Keyword(s):  
Forest Products ◽  
Household Size ◽  
Living Standard ◽  
Income Generation ◽  
Forest Reserve ◽  
The People ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products ◽  
In The Wild ◽  
Household Heads ◽  
Student’S T

The study appraised the socio-economic contributions of selected Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs) to the people in Oban Hills Group Forest Reserve, Nigeria. The research was carried out from November, 2014 to January, 2015. Data were collected through the administration of structured questionnaires to randomly selected household heads in ten (10) communities from the east and west corridors of the Oban Hills Forest Reserve. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics such as tables, means, simple percentages and graphical illustrations. Inferential analysis was conducted using student’s t-test and correlation analysis. Results indicate that 68.90 percent of the respondents were male while 31.10 percent were female with 42.10% being farmers. Also 73.60 percent of the respondents were married and mostly in the age brackets of 31-40 years. Result on correlation revealed that there was significant relationship between occupation and household size (p ≤ 0.05), experience and occupation relate significantly with the income of the respondents at 0.01 and 0.05 level of significant respectively, while marital status relates negatively with household size and experience (p ≤ 0.01). The study revealed that Irvingia gabonensis (Bushmango), Gnetum africana (Afang), Archachatina spp (Snail), and Bushmeat were the major NTFPs harvested from the forest in the study area. On ranking the NTFPs, in relation to income generation and employment, results indicate that Bushmango was the major income generation source, with the highest employment openings in the study area. The people of Oban Hills Group Forest Reserve depend on NTFPs directly and indirectly for income generation and employment, There is need for sustainable harvesting of NTFPs in the study area to enhance their preservation and sustainability in the wild and also proper marketing channels of NTFPs to generate adequate income to improve the living standard of the people in the study area.

scholarly journals Economic Analyses of Non-timber Forest Products Utilised by Communities around Kwabaktina Forest Reserve

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
E. M. Abubakar ◽  
J. H. Dau
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Forest Management ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Educational Status ◽  
Significant Implication ◽  
Forest Reserve ◽  
The People ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products ◽  
Economic Analyses ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

This study was carried out among communities surrounding the Kwabaktina forest reserve in Adamawa state, Nigeria with the aim of assessing the utilisation of Non Timber Forest Products (NTFPs) in the study area. Data were collected through Stratified and purposive sampling designs using a structured questionnaire. Data were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics to identify NTFPs utilised in the study area. The result showed age, educational status and household size had a significance effect on the extent of NTFPs utilisation in the study area. Income had no significant in determining the level of the utilisation of NTFPs; while gender had a significant implication on the utilisation of NTFPs. This may be attributed to the relative scarcity of most of the NTFPs as a result of deforestation and the present awareness of their (NTFPs) importance to the communities. NTFPs play an important role in the livelihood of people in the communities. These products occupy a significant place in the livelihood of the people. To ensure speedy growth and yielding (development) of NTFPs in the study area; it is recommended that NGOs (commonwealth forest association and Forest association of Nigeria) who are concerned with trees planting and sustainable forest management; and an individual should participate in funding of trees planting campaign in marginal land. Also, the people of the communities should be encouraged to embark on economic trees planting for the provision of raw materials for carving/crafting; these can help to reduce rural-urban population drift and the prevailing unemployment especially among youths.

scholarly journals Preface

2021 ◽  
Vol 914 (1) ◽  
pp. 011001
Keyword(s):  
Forest Management ◽  
Sustainable Forest Management ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Parallel Session ◽  
International Conference ◽  
Technology And Innovation ◽  
Climate Resilience ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products ◽  
Science Technology And Innovation

Abstract The International Conference 2021 (INAFOR 2021 Stream 2) was held on 7-8 September 2021 in a virtual format via zoom meetings due to the COVID-19 pandemic situation. It was conducted virtually to align with the biannual agenda of The 6th International Conference of Indonesia Forestry and Environment Researchers (INAFOR), which previously was carried out by The Agency for Standardization of Environment and Forestry Instruments, Ministry of Environment of Forestry, Indonesia. This is the first international conference hosted by The Center for Standardization of Sustainable Forest Management Instruments, Bogor, West Java, Indonesia. This conference was an important medium for sharing information and experiences and encouraging collaboration in sustainable forest management. The theme “Managing Forest and Natural Resources, Meeting Sustainable and Friendly Use”, strategically supports Indonesia’s commitment to Net Sink Forestry and Land Use (FoLU) 2030. The INAFOR 2021 Stream 2 was attended by approximately 750 participants, invitees, keynote speakers, scientists, and academicians from Indonesia, South Korea, the Netherland and Australia. The conference took place with a plenary session featuring six Keynote Speakers that presented exciting and practical information relevant to the theme. Also, a parallel session was divided into 12 separate zoom spaces according to the topics and number of participants. The presenters had ten minutes to present their papers and followed by interactive and engaging discussion. This proceeding presents 78 papers of research results on various topics, including biodiversity conservation, livelihoods, climate resilience, timber, and non-timber forest products. Those valuable pieces of information and recommendations can be modalities and references for the preparation and development of standards for sustainable forest management instruments and the development of science, technology, and innovation. Thank you. Dr. Wening Sri Wulandari Acting Director of Center for Standardization of Sustainable Forest Management Instruments Scientific Committee Prof. (Ris.) Dr. Sri Suharti; Prof. (Ris.) Dr. Pratiwi; Prof. (Ris.) Dr. Hendra Gunawan; Prof. (Ris.) Dr. Maman Turjaman; Prof. (Ris.) Dr. Haruni Krisnawati; Prof. (Ris). Dr. R. Garsetiasih; Prof. (Ris). Dr. Murniati; Prof. (Ris). Dr. Nina Mindawati; Prof. (Ris). Chairil Anwar Siregar; Prof. (Ris). Dr. Gustan Pari; Prof. (Ris). Dr. AYPBC Widyatmoko; Prof. (Ris). Dr. Liliana Baskorowati ; Asep Hidayat, Ph.D.; Henti Hendalastuti Rachmat, Ph.D.; Krisdianto, Ph.D.; Jamaludin Malik, Ph.D.; Dr. Neo Endra Lelana; Dr. Rozza Tri Kwatrina; Dr. Budi Hadi Narendra; Dr. Wa Ode Muliastuty Arsyad; Dr. Rizki Maharani; Dr. Arif Nirsatmanto; Dr. Dede Sudrajat; Denny, S. Hut., M.P.; Rinaldi Imanuddin, S.Hut., M.Si.; Irma Yeni, S.P., M.Sc.; Drs. Bugi Sumirat, M.Phil.

Illegal rattan extraction trends in the Ankasa Conservation Area in Ghana

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 84-92
Author(s):  
R. Obour, D. Amankwaa, A. Asare
Keyword(s):  
Protected Areas ◽  
Biological Diversity ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Sampling Techniques ◽  
Snowball Sampling ◽  
Conservation Area ◽  
Forest Reserve ◽  
The North ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products

Protected Areas (PAs) are created for the protection and maintenance of biological diversity, but many of Ghana’s PAs are subjectto severe pressures and threats, the main pressures being the illegal extraction of natural resources. Rattans are indisputablyone of the most important Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs) in Ghana’s Protected Areas that is without doubt one of thereasons for which it has drawn the attention of researchers. In this study the illegal rattan extraction patterns in the AnkasaConservation Area (ACA) in Ghana was inspected. Simple random sampling and Snowball sampling techniques were used. Datacollection employed the use of semi-structured questionnaires, interviews and field enumeration of rattans as well as an analysisof Effective Patrol Man-days (EPMDS) from 2004 to 2012. The results showed a significant positive correlation (r = 0.75, p<0.05, r2 = 0.557) between patrol effort and rattan extraction encounters. In addition, there was a general reduction in illegalrattan extraction encounters from 2004 to 2012 at a rate of 4.3 per year. The highest illegal rattan extraction incidences wererecorded in 2006 (76 encounters), 2005 (35 encounters), 2008 (22 encounters), 2004 (18 encounters) and the least incidencewere recorded in both 2010 (3 encounters) and 2011 (3 encounters).The research also revealed that Eremospatha macrocarpawas the most extracted rattan species followed by Laccosperma secundiflorum. The major rattan extraction and trade routesoriginate in the northern parts and in the area east of the reserve and also south of Draw River Forest Reserve. Generally, rattanpoaching in Ankasa Conservation Area has declined, but there are still human incursions in the northern part of the reserve. Thestudy recommended an intensification of patrols in the north of the reserve. Also, enrichment planting and Agroforestry practicesof inter-cropping rattans with seasonal crops should be pursued vigorously for the local communities.

scholarly journals Terrestrial Carbon Stock Potential in Selected Forest in Bhutan, India and Nepal

2021 ◽  
pp. 21-32
Author(s):  
Kezang Choden ◽  
Bhagat Suberi ◽  
Purna Chettri
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Forest Management ◽  
Carbon Stock ◽  
Sustainable Forest Management ◽  
Regional Scale ◽  
Stand Density ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Forest Types ◽  
Sequestration Potential ◽  
The Government

Forests are natural carbon reservoirs that play an important role in the global carbon cycle for storing large quantities of carbon in vegetation and soils. Carbon stored in pool helps in mitigating climate change by carbon sequestration. The vulnerable countries to changing climate such as Bhutan, Nepal, and India require a full understanding of carbon dynamics as well as baseline data on carbon stock potential to mitigate anticipated risks and vulnerabilities (RVs) through climate change. The scope of such RVs are trans boundary in nature, however, the comparative studies at regional scale are still scanty. Therefore, the aim of this review is to assess the carbon stock potentials of selected forest types in the eastern Himalayan area, with an emphasis on Bhutan, India, and Nepal. This review paper is based on published articles, information from websites and considerable data from National forestry reports of India and Bhutan; emphasizing on aboveground biomass and soil organic carbon stock. The review showed that carbon stock potential is highly dependent on stand density, above-ground biomass, species richness and forest types. The sub-tropical forest was found to have larger carbon capacity and sequestration potential. SOC concentration and tree biomass stocks were significantly higher at the high altitude where there is less human disturbance. In general, forest coverage has increased compare to previous year in Bhutan, India and Nepal which ultimately leads to higher carbon stock potential. It is mainly due to strong policies and different strategies for conservation of forest management have reduced mass destruction despite a growing population. Despite the rules, deforestation continues to occur at various scales. However, it can be stated that the government and citizens are working hard to increase carbon stock potential, mostly through afforestation and community forest creation. In addition, it is recommended to practice sustainable forest management, regulated and planned cutting of trees and proper forest products utilization.

scholarly journals FOREST CARE: Evaluating progress toward sustainable forest management in Alberta

1999 ◽  
Vol 75 (5) ◽  
pp. 811-820
Author(s):  
Andrew M. Carpenter ◽  
Winifred B. Kessler
Keyword(s):  
Forest Management ◽  
Sustainable Forest Management ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Forest Planning ◽  
Test Case ◽  
Forest Certification ◽  
Certification Program ◽  
Audit Process ◽  
Certification Programs ◽  
Northern Alberta

Forest certification programs establish standards for sustainable forest management (SFM), and processes for evaluating the practices of companies relative to those standards. FORESTCARE is a volunteer, provincial-level certification program initiated by the Alberta Forest Products Association, its members, and stakeholders. Using a participating woodlands operation in northern Alberta as a test case, we examined how SFM criteria are applied in the FORESTCARE program, and whether measurable progress is evident. We also compared the FORESTCARE audit process with corporate and government audits performed in the same year. The test case revealed specific, measurable changes in management that represent actual or potential progress toward SFM. However, the improvements could not be directly attributed to the FORESTCARE Program. Recommendations are provided for strengthening FORESTCARE processes and practices. Key words: Alberta forestry, ecosystem management, FORESTCARE, forest certification, forest planning, public participation, sustainable forest management

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