Priorities for Forestry and Agroforestry Policy Research
Author | : H. M. Gregersen |
Publisher | : Intl Food Policy Res Inst |
Total Pages | : 108 |
Release | : 1992 |
ISBN-10 | : 0896293238 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780896293236 |
Rating | : 4/5 (38 Downloads) |
Download or read book Priorities for Forestry and Agroforestry Policy Research written by H. M. Gregersen and published by Intl Food Policy Res Inst. This book was released on 1992 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The focus of the workshop was on policy and economic issues associated with developing alternativas to slash-and-burn agriculture, since that form of land use is a major cause of tropical deforestation. Particular emphasis is given to the distribution and growth of populations in tropical forest areas, to the effects of shortnend fallow periods, and to opportunities for addressing policy research needs in these areas.