D. D. Tewari

Abstract

The scope for domestication of a NTFP depends upon various factors. Of the several factors, profitability is a major factor for inducing farmers to adopt the NTFP crop. The case study here reveals that profitability of Bamboo is very high and crop is financially feasible even at very high discount rates. This is especially true for Kartus variety and some progressive farmers have already adopted it in Gujarat. In addition to profitability factor, other socioeconomic factors are believed to be favourable to the domestication of Bamboo as an agroforestry crop in the region. Bamboo agroforestry is not yet popular in Gujarat but it holds a better promise. Furthermore, to establish it as an agroforestry crop, more local research is needed; in particular, that related to the agronomical and socio-economic aspects of the crop. The local and international organizations can think of supporting and promoting this venture.

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D. D. Tewari , Ajay Kumar Mahapatra

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Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs) generate sizeable magnitudes of income and employment in different parts of the world for the tribal and poor people. The evidence is based on the review of past studies across different continents. The study presents a collective evidence for the role of NTFPs in the economy of poor and downtrodden. NTFPs should be used as instrument for engendering economic development in low and underdeveloped sectors of the world.

Keywords

NTFPs, Income, Employment, Continent, Tribal, Trade, Marketing

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D. D. Tewari

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The extraction of non timber forest products in the world has increased rapidly during the last two decades as markets for these products has developed internationally. As a result, a large number of NTFPs have been extracted beyond sustainable limits. Frequent occurrences of unsustainable extractions is challenging the old thinking that harvesting of NTFPs should concur to the sustainable forest management. This study assesses the global impacts of extraction practices in general with special focus upon India. A new thinking is needed to tackle the non-sustainability of NTFPs due to over-extraction. The study suggests a remedial policy framework for India to be adopted with stringent requirement for making harvesting decisions.

Keywords

Non-timber Forest Products, Current Evidences, Remedial Policy Framework

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