The dilemma over the use of eucalypts for social, economic and environmental purposes has surfaced once again in Kenya. On the one hand, it is highly popular with farmers because of its fast growth and importance as a cash crop. On the other hand, there is public concern that widespread planting of eucalypts might deplete water resources, reduce biodiversity, increase flooding, reduce nutrient cycling and compete with crops for growth resources.
Publication year
2003
Authors
Language
English
Keywords
Eucalyptus, Socioeconomic development, Environmental impact, Economics, Water resources, Eucalyptus
Geographic
Kenya
