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Non-timber forest policy issues in Nepal

Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2002
AuthorsKanel, K, R.
Journal TitleInternational Journal of Forest Usufructs Management
Volume3
Pagination36-41
ISBN Number0972-3927
Key Wordsentomogenous fungi; entomopathogens; fiscal policy; forest policy; marketing; medicinal plants; non-wood forest products; trade; Cordyceps; Dactylorhiza
AbstractThis paper discusses the policy issues influencing the management and promotion of non-timber forest products (NTFPs) in Nepal. Topics covered include: regulatory policy; fiscal policy constraints; institutional constraints/opportunities; and marketing and trade issues. An analysis of the current status of two important NTFPs ( Cordyceps sinensis and Dactylorhiza hatagirea ) in the country is presented.