Essays about: "NTFP"

Found 5 essays containing the word NTFP.

1. 1. GIS-based optimal localisation of beekeeping in rural Kenya

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för naturgeografi och ekosystemvetenskap

   Author : Damian Gimenez Cruz; [2016]
   Keywords : forest conservation; beekeeping; multi-criteria decision analysis; Physical Geography and Ecosystem analysis; GIS; poverty alleviation; rural Kenya; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

   Abstract : A Geographic Information System (GIS) based multi-criteria site suitability evaluation provides the means to locate potential beekeeping areas in rural Kenya. The criteria considers specific environmental and socio-economic variables. READ MORE

3. 2. Simulation of rattan harvests in Indonesia : different harvesting pressures and the resulting patterns

   University essay from SLU/Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre

   Author : Bastian Hess; [2013]
   Keywords : Calamus zollingeri; harvesting strategies; Non-Timber Forest Products NTFP ; Modelling; Individual based model IBM ; Rattan; Sustainability; Sulawesi; Indonesia;

   Abstract : The objectives of this research were to determine whether the natural rattan resources in Sulawesi, Indonesia can cope with the strongly increased harvesting pressure that has occurred over the last centuries. I was furthermore looking for patterns in the rattan population dynamics that might give a hint on how the harvesting system could be improved to ensure a maximum sustainable yield. READ MORE

4. 3. Management of medicinal plants in Bangladesh : issues and challenges of sustainability

   University essay from SLU/Swedish Biodiversity Centre

   Author : A.Z.M.Manzoor Rashid; [2009]
   Keywords : Research; policy; stakeholder; cultivation ; conservation; non-timber forest products ; NTFPs; medicinal plants ; Bangladesh;

   Abstract : Medicinal plants (MP) are a vital component of non-timber forest products (NTFP) and play a significant role in the health care of rural people all over the world. Collection of MP is also making an important contribution to poor people’s livelihood, but in countries with high population density, like Bangladesh, the pressure on natural forests is hard. READ MORE

5. 4. Forest products and services in northern Laos : case studies from two forest dwelling villages

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Forest Ecology and Management

   Author : Markus Steén; [2009]
   Keywords : NTFP; non timber forest products; NWFP; ecosystem products; ecosystem services timber; fuel wood; water quality; oudomxai; poverty reduction;

   Abstract : All humans everywhere depend on ecosystem products and services for their well-being. But what if the ecosystems are not able to provide all these products and services because of overexploitation? In bad cases this can, for example, lead to starvation. READ MORE

6. 5. Socio-economic impact of Prunus africana management in the Mount Cameroon region : A case study of the Bokwoango community

   University essay from KTH/Samhällsplanering och miljö

   Author : Bellewang Nelson Ekane; [2006]
   Keywords : Exploitation; Non-Timber Forest Product NTFP ; Regeneration; Conservation; Sustainability; Community forestry; Sustainable livelihood; Community-Based Natural Resource Management CBNRM ; Socio-economic impact; Management;

   Abstract : In most developing countries, forest resources are a major source of livelihood for forest dwellers. Forests provide fuel wood, farm products, meat, timber and plants of high medicinal value, including Prunus africana. READ MORE