scholarly journals Contribution of Non-Timber Forest Products Bitter Kola, Njangsang and Palm Wine to the Income of Marketers in the Mifi Division of the West Region of Cameroon

2021 ◽  
pp. 27-37
Author(s):  
E. P. F. Essouman ◽  
L. F. Temgoua ◽  
D. A. B. Simo
Keyword(s):  
Transportation Cost ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
The West ◽  
Palm Wine ◽  
Direct Observations ◽  
Reconnaissance Survey ◽  
West Region ◽  
Interview Guide ◽  
High Transportation Cost ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products

The objective of the study is to contribute to the promotion of NTFPs (Bitter kola, Njangsang and palm wine) by assessing their contribution to the income of marketers in the Mifi division. The study was carried out in the Mifi division in the West Region of Cameroon between January and May 2020. Respondents were drawn from a cross-section of marketers. Data was collected through the administration of semi-structure questionnaires and interview guide as well as direct observations. 81 persons involved in the economic sector in five main markets were identified during the reconnaissance survey, of which 65 were interviewed accounting for 80.24%. Data analysis was carried out using descriptive statistics for processing quantitative data and to generate tables and graphs. Results revealed that every stratum of the community participates in the trade, but the main actors were of the middle age group (45 to 55 years old). Economic analysis revealed that measurement unites for NTFPs in various markets are not standardized and there is a high variation in price between period of abundance and period of scarcity. Wholesalers were able to make an annual benefit of 2 338 900 FCFA, 1 077 400 FCFA and 178 600 FCFA per person from palm wine, bitter kola and Njansang respectively. This benefit was related to the origin of products, thus, the proximity of the supply area of palm wine permitted the concerned persons to meet higher benefit. The benefit observed is this study still includes transportation cost, so in reality, the final benefit is a variable value due to the constant variation (usually little variation) of transportation cost depending on the means of transport. Nevertheless, NTFPs are of real contribution to the income of the Mifi division population, but the supply areas are out of the Mifi division and this implicates some constraints such as high transportation cost, seasonality of products and high variation of sale prices. There is a real need of domestication of species to promote their sustainable management in the actual context of climate change.

scholarly journals Sustainable Harvesting of Cinnamomum burmannii (Nees & T. Nees) Blume in Kerinci Regency, Indonesia

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (23) ◽  
pp. 6709 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sidi Rana Menggala ◽  
Wouter Vanhove ◽  
Dimas Rahadian Aji Muhammad ◽  
Jon Hendri ◽  
Stijn Speelman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Forest Conservation ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Sustainable Harvesting ◽  
Production Methods ◽  
Direct Observations ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products ◽  
Cinnamomum Burmannii ◽  
National Governments ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Cinnamomum burmannii (Nees & T. Nees) Blume is an endemic tree of up to 20 meters tall that grows in the surrounding forest in the Kerinci regency. Cinnamon is one of the most valuable non-timber forest products (NTFP) harvested from Kerinci. The tree is classified as an NTFP based on criteria set out by a regulation of the Indonesian Ministry of Forestry in 2007. As a result, it must be harvested sustainably. Its massive cultivation has caused deforestation in several areas in Kerinci. The objective of this paper is to assess the environmental impacts of continuous C. burmannii harvesting of the bark by clearcutting the whole tree. Intensive clearcutting, slash, and burn posed a significant threat for (wildlife) biodiversity in the habitat of C. burmannii. The study was performed in collaboration with the Institute for Agricultural Technology of Jambi (BPTP) from October 2018–January 2019. A harvester group in Lempur Mudik village was surveyed through a semi-structured questionnaire, focus group discussions, interviews and direct observations on C. burmannii production methods and their impact on forest conservation. We discuss how young farmers can contribute to forest conservation through sustainable harvesting of cinnamon. We conclude by suggesting leverages for forest conservation and by proposing actions from the local and national governments that should be urgently taken to safeguard wildlife biodiversity in the surrounding forest.

scholarly journals Non-Timber Forest Products and Climate Change Adaptation / Forest Dependent Communities In Bamboko Forest Reserve, South West Region Of Cameroon

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tieminie Robinson Nghogekeh ◽  
Chia Eugene Loh ◽  
Tieguhong Julius Chupezi ◽  
Nghobuoche Frankline Mayiadieh ◽  
Piabuo Serge Mandiefe ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Safety Net ◽  
Crop Failure ◽  
Forest Reserve ◽  
West Region ◽  
South West ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products ◽  
Current Change ◽  
South West Region

Abstract Background: This study to assess the role of Non-timber forest products was conducted to forest dependent communities around Bamkoko Forest Reserve in the South West Region of Cameroon as a strategy to cope with the impacts of climate change. Methods: Data were collected through household questionnaires, participatory rural appraisal techniques, transect walk and direct field observations. Results: A total of 16 plants species were identified to be harvested by residents around Bamkoko Forest Reserve as None Timber Forest Products. The majority of the respondents (88%) perceived that there has been a change in the climate patterns due to increased temperatures and unpredictable rainfalls. Eru was found to be the most affected livelihood activity (55%) by climate change around Bamboko Forest Reserve. Communities living around Bamboko Forest Reserve were found to use more than one strategy to cope with the adverse effects of climate change. Conclusion: The study concluded that NTFPs still play a safety net role to assist communities in adverse situation such as crop failure under the current change in climate. The need to emphasis sustainable harvesting, improve processing and access to NTFPs markets is crucial.

scholarly journals The Challenges and Management Strategies of Non-Timber Forest Products for Sustainability in Nguti Sub Division, South West Region, Cameroon

2020 ◽  
pp. 15-30
Author(s):  
Ngambong Ngwafu Tita Blandine ◽  
Robert Njilla Mengnjo Ngalim ◽  
Nfor Frederick
Keyword(s):  
Forest Products ◽  
Population Pressure ◽  
Government Policies ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Agricultural Activities ◽  
Management Options ◽  
West Region ◽  
South West ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products ◽  
South West Region

Nguti is one of the three Sub-divisions in Kupe Muanenguba Division of the South West Region of Cameroon. This Sub-division is endowed with great potentials and diversity in Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs) resulting from the eco-floristic composition within the sub-division. The objective of this study is to investigate the challenges that are plaguing the exploitation of NTFPs and present management options for sustainability. Secondary data were collected from published and unpublished sources whereas primary data tools included questionnaires, interviews and participant observations. Findings showed that Nguti Sub-division has endowed with enormous forest entities and rich in several NTFPs ranging from nuts, seeds, barks, leaves, trees and roots as well as several species of bush meat. Five major challenges viz. transformation and storage, government policies and customary regulations, depletion and scarcity of resources, deforestation and poaching as well as population pressure and agricultural activities were observe which attributed in reducing quantity and quality of these resources. For sustainable harvesting and management of these resources, cottage industry must be developed and promoted along with cultivation or domestication of these NTFPs, market chain should be monitored and certain government policies should be framed to regularize harvest and methods of extraction. Controlling of deforestation, poaching, agricultural activities and generating new alternative sources of income will certainly reduce the pressure meted on the available resources in the forest.

scholarly journals POTENSI KEARIFAN LOKAL HUTAN DAMAR LAMPUNG BARAT SEBAGAI KOMODITAS EKSPOR DAN OBYEK WISATA EDUKATIF

BIOLOVA ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 128-133
Author(s):  
Hafis M Kaunang Ataji ◽  
Agus Sujarwanta ◽  
Prita Triana ◽  
Felzia Reneza ◽  
Hudaya Indra Bakti
Keyword(s):  
National Park ◽  
Forest Conservation ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Selling Price ◽  
The West ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products ◽  
Educational Information

Abstrak: Perkebunan damar yang berada di Kabupaten Pesisir Barat ini adalah perkebunan rakyat yang diusahakan secara turun-temurun, bahkan ada yang mencapai usia 70 tahun dan kawasan Taman Nasional Bukit Barisan Selatan (TNBBS). Menurut Dinas Perindustrian Lampung Barat di Krui terdapat sekitar 1.750.000 pohon damar produktif dengan luas 17.500 ha. Getah damar menjadi komoditas unggulan Lampung dari Hasil Hutan Bukan Kayu (HHBK). Budidaya damar punya dua manfaat sekaligus yaitu pelestarian hutan dan ekonomi. Getah damar mata kucing banyak digunakan untuk bahan emulsi (campuran) pewarna, cat, tinta, aromatik untuk makanan, bahkan juga untuk kosmetik dan lain sebagainya. Metode yang digunakan dalam artikel ini adalah studi dokumentasi dengan menelaah atau mengkaji beberapa teori dan artikel yang berhubungan dengan Damar Mata Kucing. Pihak masyarakat sangat menantikan inovasi dari berbagai pihak yang melibatkan masyarakat dan menguntungkan daya jual damar. Inovasi yang saat ini diharapkan oleh petani adalah alat pengolah damar menjadi bahan setengah jadi sehingga harga jual akan lebih tinggi yang berdampak kepada pendapatan masyarakat. Optimalisasi obyek wisata Hutan damar perlu ditingkatkan dengan memberikan papan informasi edukatif, sejarah dan gambar penunjang lainnya.   Abstract: This damar plantation in Pesisir Barat Regency is a community plantation that has been cultivated from generation to generation, some even reached the age of 70 and the Bukit Barisan Selatan National Park (TNBBS) area. According to the West Lampung Industry Service in Krui there are about 1,750,000 productive resin trees covering an area of ​​17,500 ha. Dammar sap is Lampung's leading commodity from Non-Timber Forest Products (HHBK). The cultivation of resin has two benefits, namely forest conservation and the economy. Cat's eye resin is widely used for emulsion (mixture) of dyes, paints, inks, aromatics for food, even for cosmetics and so on. The method used in this article is a documentary study by examining or examining several theories and articles related to cat's eye resin. The community is looking forward to innovations from various parties that involve the community and benefit the selling power of resin. The innovation that is currently expected by farmers is a means of processing resin into semi-finished materials so that the selling price will be higher which will have an impact on people's income. Optimization of the Damar Forest tourism object needs to be improved by providing educational information boards, history and other supporting images.  

scholarly journals Ecological and Economic Sustainability of Non-Timber Forest Products in Post-Conflict Recovery: A Case Study of the Frankincense (Boswellia spp.) Resin Harvesting in Somaliland (Somalia)

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (9) ◽  
pp. 3578
Author(s):  
Anjanette DeCarlo ◽  
Saleem Ali ◽  
Marta Ceroni
Keyword(s):  
New Technologies ◽  
Rapid Assessment ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Resource Tenure ◽  
Direct Observations ◽  
Post Conflict ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products ◽  
Sustainability Assessments

Non-timber forest products have often been held out as potential tools for conservation and sustainable development, but sustainability assessments are frequently difficult and time-consuming, especially in conflict areas. Thus, rapid assessments can be useful in providing a broad overview of the harvesting system in order to generate meaningful conservation or development recommendations. Here, we use rapid assessment methodology, including semi-structured interviews and direct observations, to examine the frankincense harvesting system in Somaliland in 2010 and again in 2016 and 2017. We identified significant levels of overharvesting, driven by a breakdown of the traditional management system. Demand for resin and resin prices increased dramatically from 2010 to 2017, at the same time as the tree populations were declining, resource tenure security was weakening, drug use was increasing, and the supply chain was becoming more complex. These factors combine to incentivize short-term unsustainable practices, and the lack of traceability and transparency prevents international buyers from meaningfully engaging with the system. However, new technologies and approaches being employed mean that buyers will soon be able to clearly direct their purchasing in order to incentivize sustainable practices and purchase resin in an ethical manner.

scholarly journals Socio-Cultural Factors That Hinders the Domestication of Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs) By Farmers in Manyu Division, South West Region of Cameroon

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Achu Frida Njiei ◽  
Norah Aziamin Asongu
Keyword(s):  
Forest Products ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Cultural Stereotypes ◽  
Cultural Challenges ◽  
West Region ◽  
South West ◽  
The People ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products ◽  
Collection Methods

This study seeks to examine the socio-cultural challenges faced by the people of Manyu in the domestication of some Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs) and the role of the extension workers in enhancing the domestication. Manyu Division has several NTFPs species which are of great benefits to its people. These benefits are not void of socioeconomic, environmental and cultural challenges. These trees species have been domesticated by some members of the community to ease access, enable shorter gestation period, and enhance their economic values. However, despite the importance attached to these domesticated species, some members of the community are reticent in adopting the new domestication strategies. The study made use of the qualitative approach in collecting data for this study with interviews, direct observation, and focus group discussions as our main data collection methods. Results of the study indicate that cultural stereotypes have hindered the domestication of some NTFPs in Manyu Division. However, the extension workers and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) working in this sector have not relented their efforts in encouraging farmers to domesticate NTFPs in Manyu Division.

scholarly journals Non-Timber Forest Products and Climate Change Adaptation / Forest Dependent Communities in Bamboko Forest Reserve, South West Region of Cameroon

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tieminie Robinson Nghogekeh ◽  
Chia Eugene Loh ◽  
Tieguhong Julius Chupezi ◽  
Nghobuoche Frankline Mayiadieh ◽  
Piabuo Serge Mandiefe ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Anthropogenic Activities ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Safety Net ◽  
Crop Failure ◽  
Forest Reserve ◽  
West Region ◽  
South West ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products ◽  
South West Region

Abstract Background: Forests are tremendously endowed to combat climate change by protecting people and livelihoods, and creating a base for more sustainable economic and social development. But this natural mechanism is often hampered by anthropogenic activities. It is therefore imperative to take measures that are environmentally sustainable not only for mitigation but also for its adaptation. This study was carried out to assess the role of Non-timber forest products (NTFPs) was conducted among forest-dependent communities around the Bamkoko Forest Reserve in the South West Region of Cameroon as a strategy to cope with the impacts of climate change. Data were collected through household questionnaires, participatory rural appraisal techniques, transect walks, and direct field observations.Results: A total of 18 plant species were identified to be harvested by residents around Bamkoko Forest Reserve as Non-Timber Forest Products. The majority of the respondents (88%) perceived that there has been a change in climate patterns due to increased temperatures and unpredictable rainfalls. Eru was found to be the most affected livelihood activity (55%) by climate change around Bamboko Forest Reserve. Communities living around Bamboko Forest Reserve were found to use more than one strategy to cope with the adverse effects of climate change. Conclusions: The study concluded that non-timber forest products still play a safety net role to assist communities in an adverse situation such as crop failure under the current change in the climate. The need to emphasize sustainable harvesting, improve processing, and access to non-timber forest products markets is crucial.

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.

Market Survey of Non-Timber Forest Products in the Sunyani Municipality

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 44-53
Author(s):  
S.D. Akoto
Keyword(s):  
Building Materials ◽  
Significant Proportion ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Packaging Materials ◽  
Medicinal Products ◽  
Monthly Basis ◽  
Rural Livelihood ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products ◽  
Communal Lands ◽  
Forest Lands

This study sought to: (1) identify the types and sources of Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs) traded; (2) find the frequencyof the NTFPs trade and (3) identify the challenges in NTFPs trading in the Sunyani Municipality. The survey was carried outfrom February, 2014 to April, 2014 mainly at the Sunyani Central and Nana Bosoma Markets in the Sunyani Municipality. Thetarget population comprised NTFPs collectors (gatherers), sellers and consumers. Respondents were purposively sampled. Atotal of 100 respondents were engaged in this study. The NTFPs were grouped into six categories namely; food, medicine,building materials, packaging materials, artefacts and domestic utensils. Key informants’ interviews were also conducted atthe Sunyani Forest Services Division to triangulate the data already gathered. Statistical Package for Social Sciences was usedto analyze the data obtained. The study demonstrated that domestic utensils (37%), food (33%), medicinal products (12%),packaging materials (9%), artefacts (6%) and building materials (3%) were the types of NTFPs traded in the two market centers.The results also showed that majority of the respondents (77%) harvest their NTFPs from forest lands as against 23% whoharvest from communal lands. A significant proportion of the respondents (52%) traded in above 40 kg of NTFPs and only 4%were seen trading in 10 kg of NTFPs. The study further highlighted that food (28%) and domestic utensils (26%) were regularlybrought to the market centers on weekly basis whilst significant proportions of medicinal products (9%), building materials(3%) and artefacts (4%) were brought to the market venues on monthly basis. Cumbersome permit procedure (40%), increasedmarket demand (15%) and financial constraints (20%) were identified as some of the challenges encountered in NTFPs tradingin the Sunyani Municipality. To ensure strict monitoring and sustainability of the resource, there is the need for sensitizationprogramme on the importance of NTFPs in rural livelihood and why their conservation is vital in meeting the needs of thepresent generation whilst not undermining their potential in supplying the needs of future generations.

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