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Sustainable Management of Tropical Rain Forest in Uganda
P K Karani (Author)
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unspecified
ISSN:
Categories:
Environmental Issues and Agriculture, Forestry
ISBN No:
978-0-85092-471-8
Publication Date:
01-1994
Number of Pages:
38
Status:
In stock
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Description
This volume traces the development of tropical forest management in Uganda. It is part of a series intended to assist a wider understanding of the historical basis to the new directions and policy initiatives now being taken in the countries concerned.
The report provides a clear account of forest management during the period up to independence in 1962, the development of management systems such as the tropical shelterwood system and assesses the current position before looking to the future.
Contents
Summary
1. Background Information
2. Uses of Rain Forest Prior to British Colonisation in 1894
3. Forestry Management During the Colonial Period 1894-1962
4. Forest Resources Assessment
5. Development of Silvicultural Methods
6. Development of Tropical Shelter Wood System (TSS)
7. Demonstration of Silvicultural and Management Systems in Budongo Forest
8. The Importance of Natural Forests in the National Economy
9. Managing Rain Forests for Various Products and Services
10. Summary and Conclusions
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