This article challenges the pervasive view that commercialisation of non-timber forest products can (easily) achieve ecosystem and species conservation as well as improving livelihoods. Following a brief review of who and what is involved, it focuses on the main ecological and livelihood risks of unconsidered promotion of NTFP commercialisation, drawing on a wide range of case studies from around the world. It concludes with some recommendations, emphasising the lack of "magic-bullet" products, and the importance - among other things - of not ignoring national policy, taking an integrated view of the value chain, considering the implications of different production options, and improving both quality and quantity.
Tahun publikasi
2007
Penulis
Belcher, B.; Schreckenberg, K.
Bahasa
English
Kata kunci
nontimber forest products, commercialization, production, markets, issues and policy, livelihoods, reviews
