This study investigates key drivers that contribute to the degradation of Dyploknema butyraceae (Chiuri) inside two neighboring community forests in the Chitwan district of Nepal. The research focusses on how anthropogenic and ecological factors, such as land use practices, socio-eco-nomic changes, management …

Mexican oregano is a non-timber forest product harvested in natural vegetation and represents an important source of income for rural families. Recent reports have highlighted decreases in natural populations caused by increased harvest intensity. Oregano leaf harvesting is a complex problem, involving …

Non Timber Forest Products (NTFP) gelden voor veel mensen in ontwikkelingslanden als belangrijke bron van voedsel, bouwmateriaal of kleding. Daarnaast kunnen NTFP’s een extra inkomen genereren voor de lokale gemeenschappen in bossen, zonder dat hiervoor bomen gekapt hoeven te worden. De souarinoot, het …