Abstract: Neem tree (Azadirachta indica A. Juss ) is a multipurpose tree widely planted in Sudan. Recently the tree has been singled as a high priority species for natural pesticide this gives it an economic importance. Fresh seeds germinate readily if sown directly after collection but they lose their viability very quickly (4-12 weeks). This study was conducted at the National Tree Seed Centre, Soba-Sudan (June-December 1995) and University of Gezira farm (Dec.94 -Jan.1996). The main objec...
ABSTRACT Assessment of forest diversity, perception of community towards forest and socioeconomic interaction is very important in order to maintain better forest management. This study was carried out to assess indigenous woody species diversity, socio-economic importance of the forests & drivers of degradation & deforestation in Tolitokal forest. Systematic sampling techniques were applied to collect vegetation data. Six transect lines were laid along the gradient and a total of 30 plots ...
ABSTRACT This investigation dealt with determination of some properties and suitable uses for four lesser used wood species grown in the Blue Nile State. Four of the secondary wood species which are available in reasonable quantities in Blue Nile State, but are not in common use were selected for this investigation. The selected species comprised: Sterculia setigra (tartar), Acacia polyacantha subsp. campylacantha, (kakamut), Acacia seyal var. seyal (talh) and Diospyros mespiliformis (goghan...
ABSTRACT Economic of Eucalyptus Private Forests Case Study of Nertitei and Zalingei Localities In Central Darfur State This study was conducted during the period 2015 - 2017 in Nertitei and Zalingei localities purposely, because most of the Eucalyptus private forests of the central Darfur state found in those two localities. The overall objective is to study the economic aspects of Eucalyptus private forests while the specific objectives were include: measuring the costs, production, retu...
ABSTRACT Forestland tenure regime has wide ranging implications on resource condition and livelihoods of forest adjacent communities. Historically, state forestland tenure regime was dominant in Tanzania, but the current move is towards allocating forests on general land to villages. However, there is little information on the influence of forestland tenure on resource condition and livelihoods. This study aimed at analysing the influence of forestland tenure regimes on forest resource cond...
ABSTRACT Miombo woodlands are major vegetation type covering about 93% of the forest land of Mainland Tanzania. It forms an integral part of the rural landscape in Tanzania and plays a crucial role in providing a wide range of goods and services including carbon sequestration. However, the sustainability of miombo woodlands resources depend on the balance between increment/growth rate and the magnitude of utilization. While many studies have been conducted to evaluate growth rate/increment li...
ABSTRACT This study assessed the effects of institutional changes on forest condition, stakeholders’ interests, the performance of local institutions and factors influencing the performance of local governance structures, using a case study of Chenene Forest Reserve (CFR) in Bahi, Tanzania. Data were collected through forest inventory using 120 systematically selected sample plots. Satellite images were collected and analysed using Remote Sensing and Geographical Information System techniqu...
ABSTRACT Mangroves occupy only 0.4% of forested areas globally but are among the most productive ecosystems on earth. They account for about 11% of the total input of terrestrial carbon into the oceans. The above ground carbon stock in mangroves in some parts of the World has been estimated to be as high as 8 kg C m-2; with a similar amount reported for below ground components. Although a lot of research has been done on estimates of mangrove biomass in Kenya, there is no information on bioma...
ABSTRACT Kumi-Woode, B. G. 1996. Natural decay resistance of some Ghanaian timbers and wood decay hazard potential for Ghana. M.Sc.F. Thesis. Faculty of Forestry, Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada. 98 pp. (Advisor: E. C. Setliff, PhD). Key words: decay resistance, agar-block, soil-block, Coriolopsis polyzona, Oligoporus placentus, Pycnoporus sanguineus, Trametes versicolor, decay index. The natural decay resistance of 30 Ghanaian wood species, the decay capacity of four wood...
Abstract: Uncontrolled harvesting of non-timber forest products (NTFPs) poses a serious risk of extermination to several of these species in Nigeria. Yet, there is a paucity of information on the distribution, population status and sustainable management of NTFPs in most of the tropical lowland rainforests. We, therefore, assessed the population, distribution and threats to sustainable management of NTFPs within the tropical lowland rainforests of Omo and Shasha Forest Reserves, south western...
ABSTRACT Nanang, D. M. 1996. The silviculture, growth and yield of neem (Azadirachta indica A. Juss.) plantations in Northern Ghana. 94 pp. MscF Thesis, Faculty of Forestry, Lakehead University. Advisor: Prof. R. J. Day. Key Words: Azadirachta indica A. Juss., Neem, Northern Ghana, Silviculture, Tamale Forest District, Volume Tables, Yield Table. The silviculture and growth and yield of neem (Azadirachta indica A. Juss.) grown in individual and community plantations in the Tamale Forest Distr...
ABSTRACT Salifu, K. F. 1997. Physico-chemical properties of soils associated with logged forest and areas converted to teak (Tectona grandis Linn. F). M.Sc.F thesis, Faculty of Forestry, Lakehead University, Thunder Bay. 104 pp. Major advisor Dr. W. L. Meyer. Keywords: Tectona grandis Linn. F, logged forest, physico-chemical properties, total nutrients, nutrient concentration, regression analysis. The rapid and extensive introduction of teak to satisfy a predicted wood shortage in Ghana has g...
ABSTRACT Salifu, K. F. 1997. Physico-chemical properties of soils associated with logged forest and areas converted to teak (Tectona grandis Linn. F). M.Sc.F thesis, Faculty of Forestry, Lakehead University, Thunder Bay. 104 pp. Major advisor Dr. W. L. Meyer. Keywords: Tectona grandis Linn. F, logged forest, physico-chemical properties, total nutrients, nutrient concentration, regression analysis. The rapid and extensive introduction of teak to satisfy a predicted wood shortage in Ghana has g...
ABSTRACT Teak (Tectona grandis Linn F.) is a popular exotic species in Ghana, widely grown in industrial plantations and small scale community woodlots. In spite of its importance, limited information exists on the growth and yield of this species. Presented here are the results of a preliminary study aimed at assessing the growth and yield potential and developing provisional yield models for the management of teak in Northern Ghana. Data were collected from 100 temporary sample plots from p...
ABSTRACT Unsustainable forest land use practices have resulted in land degradation in the northern part of Nigeria leading to low crop yield. Agroforestry is a viable option for reversing dwindling crop yields through proper soil management practices. There is notably no sufficient published information on the contributions of agroforestry to food production in Katsina State. The practices of agroforestry and its potential to slow down the pace of soil degradation and boost food production in...