In 1984, when this book was originally published the need to take forestry outside the forests and involve local people in tree growing was widely recognised. Projects to encourage farm and community forestry were launched in over 50 developing countries. This book describes the main approaches which were taken, discussing their scope and limitation. It examines the reasons why people plant trees, and the constraints which prevent them from doing so. It analyses supply and demand systems for wood, and the underlying forces causing tree depletion. Key aspects of programme design and implementation are also covered, including technical problems, the role of extension services and programme planning requirements.
Part 1: General Appraisal 1. General Appraisal Part 2: The Context 2. Traditions of Tree Cultivation 3. The Causes of Tree Depletion 4. Constraints on Tree Growing Part 3: Programme Approaches 5. Farm Forestry 6. The Growing for Family Uses 7. Community Forestry 8. Land Allocation Schemes Part 4: Aspects of Programme Design and Implementation 9. Programme Promotion and Implementation 10. Technical Packages 11. Assessing the Demands for Wood 12. Programme Design and Planning Part 5: Country Experience 13. Review of Selected Country Programmes.
Biography
Gerald Foley
Geoffrey Barnard
