Indigenous forest management practices in some community forests of Nepal
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2000 |
| Authors | Pokharel, R, K. |
| Journal Title | Banko Janakari |
| Volume | 10 |
| Pagination | 36-39 |
| Key Words | community forestry; community involvement; forest management; forestry practices; forests; indigenous knowledge; social forestry; social participation |
| Abstract | Indigenous forest management practice is considered a major activity in community forests. The users fulfill the forestry products by removing dead, dying and diseases trees. The concept of retaining trees per hectare was not fully implemented in community forestry. The contractor system was found to be effective in forest management. Forest product distribution in equity basis encouraged individuals to work effectively for forest management whereas equal distribution invited ineffectiveness. |
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