A reduced emissions agricultural policy (REAP) can be an effective, efficient and, potentially, equitable REDD+ policy option.A REAP should prioritise agricultural assistance to growers in productive agricultural areas close to major centres of population. A REAP in forest-rich countries might feature low tariffs on agricultural products, while a REAP in forest-poor countries might emphasise biofuel production.
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Publication year
2009
Authors
Rudel, T.
Language
English
Keywords
climate, climate change, decentralization, governance, forest management
Funders
Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (NORAD), Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID), Department for International Development (DFID), European Commission (EC)