scholarly journals Characterization of Small Forest Landowners as a Basis for Sustainable Forestry Management in the Libertador General Bernardo O’Higgins Region, Chile

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (24) ◽  
pp. 7215
Author(s):  
Francisca Ruiz-Gozalvo ◽  
Susana Martín-Fernández ◽  
Roberto Garfias-Salinas
Keyword(s):  
Forest Management ◽  
Sustainable Forest Management ◽  
Legal Aspects ◽  
Native Forest ◽  
Ecological Value ◽  
Forest Landowners ◽  
Forestry Management ◽  
Basic Services ◽  
Small Forest

Sclerophyllous forests are extremely sensitive to global warming, and the sclerophyllous forest in the possession of small forest landowners (SFLs) in the Libertador General Bernardo O’Higgins Region in Chile is degraded in spite of their high ecological value. Due to the total lack of forest management, the yield obtained from native forests is very low, with highly intervened forests and intense soil erosion. The main contribution of this article is to present, for the first time, a study on the characterization and problems of 211 small forest landowners in this region of Chile. After interviewing the landowners, multivariate analysis techniques were applied to the results of the survey, which enabled four types of SFL to be identified. Differences were found in regard to the surface area of their properties and the products extracted, among others. However, they all had a similar social profile, low education level and little training in forest management, very advanced ages, a lack of initiative to create forest communities, and lack of basic services due to their isolation. The characterization of the SFLs allowed proposals to be designed for future sustainable forest management activities to help mitigate the continuous deterioration of the native forest and obtain products in a sustainable way and with greater yields, considering current legal aspects, access to subsidies, and specific forest training plans for each type of SFL.

scholarly journals Perspectives of four stakeholder groups about the participation of female forest landowners in forest management in Georgia, United States

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (8) ◽  
pp. e0256654
Author(s):  
Jacqueline Miner ◽  
Puneet Dwivedi ◽  
Robert Izlar ◽  
Danielle Atkins ◽  
Parag Kadam
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Forest Management ◽  
Policy Development ◽  
Sustainable Forest Management ◽  
Forest Policy ◽  
The United States ◽  
Future Generations ◽  
Educational Outreach ◽  
Forest Landowners ◽  
Stakeholder Groups

As the number of female forest landowners (FFLs) in the United States continues to rise, there is an increasing need to understand the perceptions of stakeholder groups about opportunities and challenges faced by FFLs in the context of sustainable forestland management. This study utilizes the technique of SWOT-AHP (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Treats—Analytical Hierarchy Process) to understand the perceptions of four stakeholder groups (FFLs, private foresters, government representatives, and non-profits) in Georgia–a significant forestry state located in the Southern United States. Sixteen factors (four under each SWOT category) were selected through a comprehensive literature review and detailed interviews with individuals from the identified stakeholder groups. A survey was created using these factors that asked stakeholders to compare them in their respective SWOT categories. An additional survey was created for each stakeholder group where survey participants compared the highest-ranking factors in each SWOT category. We found that all stakeholder groups prioritized weaknesses over the other SWOT categories. Results showed a significant need for relevant educational outreach programs that cater specifically to FFLs. Additionally, researchers found a need to promote the interest of future generations in forestland management as all stakeholder groups felt that limited interest from future generations was the most important threat. This study will directly feed into regional, national, and international attempts to increase the participation of minority family forest landowners in sustainable forest management through integrated forest policy development.

Timber Management for Nonindustrial Forest Owners: A Matter of Perspective?

1977 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 2-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Richard L. Porterfield ◽  
James E. Moak
Keyword(s):  
Forest Management ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Private Forest ◽  
Multiple Goals ◽  
Forest Land ◽  
Timber Management ◽  
Forest Landowners ◽  
Incentive Programs ◽  
Nonindustrial Private Forest ◽  
Small Forest

Abstract While federal and state incentive programs may be helpful in increasing future timber supplies, desired increases can be achieved only if forest management practices are made routine on small forest land ownerships and if greater consideration is given to the multiple goals of the nonindustrial private forest landowners. Research aimed at determining the physical tradeoffs between forest uses is needed so that intensive management practices can be tailored to landowner goals. Until such tradeoff information is available, unevenaged forest management is probably the most acceptable and compatible interim recommendation.

scholarly journals Formation of a Sustainable Forest Management Strategy

2020 ◽  
pp. 56-62
Author(s):  
Svetlana Dorzhievna Puntsukova
Keyword(s):  
Ecosystem Services ◽  
Forest Management ◽  
Sustainable Forest Management ◽  
Economic Value ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Ecosystem Approach ◽  
Forest Sector ◽  
Ecological Value ◽  
Forest Ecosystem Services ◽  
Forest Use

The paper is focused on the problem of developing a strategy for sustainable forest management and the forest sector of the economy of the territories. The aim is to improve approaches to its creation based on an ecosystem approach to generating real economic incomes from forest products and forest services and improving the environment. For this, the conceptual framework of the study based on the ecosystem approach is substantiated, considering the relationship between ecosystem services of the forest and various forms of their contribution to the economic development of territories, taking into account the forest and non-forest sectors of the economy. To determine the ecosystem services of the forest, the methods of direct counting, compara-tive analysis, assessment of “willingness to pay”, assessment of the carbon budget, etc. were used. The study of the economic value of the ecosystem services of the forest of transboundary territories showed the differences between the direct and indi-rect contribution of forests to the economy of the regions, which are determined by climatic features, the state of the forest fund, the degree of forestry activities, applied methods of forest management and forest use. The study made it possible to devel-op strategic directions for sustainable management of forest ecosystem services in transboundary terri-tories and to draw a conclusion about the need to move from a conservation type of forest manage-ment to the principles of sustainable development based on the preservation and enhancement of the economic, social and ecological value of forests.

scholarly journals HABITAT MODELING FOR THE FAMILY OF RHINOCRYPTIDS IN THE RAIN FOREST IN THE SOUTH OF CHILE

2018 ◽  
Vol 41 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Roberto Moreno ◽  
Juan Ramón Molina ◽  
Miguel Ángel Herrera Machuca ◽  
Noemi Salvador Soler ◽  
Ricardo Zamora
Keyword(s):  
Forest Management ◽  
Sustainable Forest Management ◽  
Habitat Modeling ◽  
Native Forest ◽  
The South ◽  
Bioindicator Species ◽  
Potential Habitat ◽  
Araucaria Araucana ◽  
Conservation Level ◽  
High Selection

ABSTRACT Fragmentation and degradation of forest habitats affects (the susceptibility of several species is high) highly sensitive species, provoking a serious decrease in biodiversity. To deal with this problem it is necessary to consider the conservation level of bioindicator species and the development of a sustainable forest management of the natural resources. Within this framework, the current study poses the statistical binomial logit modeling to identify the potential habitat of endemic birds (Rhinocryptids) in rain forests in the south of Chile, biodiversity “hostpot” worldwide. The research allowed to identify a potential area of habitat of 14619 hectares with high probability presence of the studied birds. This area presented certain habitat constraints both topographic and vegetation factors. The studied birds showed a high selection of habitats associated to mixed forests of Nothofagus species, sites with high stratification and understory presence. The low quantity of Rhinocryptidae family species was associated to exclusive forests of Araucaria araucana, which exist at higher altitudes. The model of potential habitat of bioindicator birdlife (avifauna) within a system of geographic information it is presented as an efficient tool of information among the degree of alteration of ecosystems and for decision-makings in native forest management.

The impact of forest science in Chile: history, contribution, and challenges

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alvaro Fuentealba ◽  
Leonardo Duran ◽  
Narkis S. Morales
Keyword(s):  
Forest Management ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Sustainable Forest Management ◽  
Rapid Expansion ◽  
Native Forest ◽  
Distribution Of Wealth ◽  
Native Forests ◽  
Forest Science ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Productive Model

In this article we describe Chile’s transition from an agriculture productive model that originated in the 19th century into a more complex economic model that incorporates forest production, explaining the role of forest sciences in this process. Forest science has made great contributions to the country especially in terms of improving forestation and forest management techniques that have allowed the rapid expansion of the forestry industry and prevented soil erosion on degraded lands. However, native forests have been neglected and vast areas of forest have been replaced with exotic plantations. This process has highlighted the imperative need for developing a new productive model to assure not only a fair distribution of wealth but also the use of science-based sustainable forest management practices to protect native forest ecosystems nationwide. A national strategic plan for managing, conserving, and restoring native forests is needed not only to align the forest industry with sustainable development but also to develop sound climate change strategies to allow the country’s goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2050. Under this scenario forest science can play an important role by producing much needed evidence-based knowledge.

Forest management in New South Wales, Australia

1997 ◽  
Vol 73 (5) ◽  
pp. 578-585 ◽  
Author(s):  
David G. Brand
Keyword(s):  
Forest Management ◽  
Sustainable Forest Management ◽  
New South ◽  
New South Wales ◽  
Forest Policy ◽  
Management Policy ◽  
Forest Sector ◽  
Native Forest ◽  
The Past ◽  
South Wales

Forest management policy in New South Wales, Australia, has been dramatically changing during the past two decades in response to public controversy and widening expectations of the values that the forest should provide to society. The nature of NSW forest management today is a reflection of the unique Australian forest ecology, the nature of the forest sector, and the emergence of conflict and polarized views on forest management in the past two decades. Recent efforts have made progress in resolving the forest debate. The key elements have included an expanded protected areas reserve system, expanded reliance on plantation forests for wood supply, increased wood security for native forest industries in return for a commitment to value-adding and the implementation of an ecologically sustainable forest management framework. Like other Australian States, NSW is currently negotiating Regional Forest Agreements with the Commonwealth Government that will set the stage for future directions in forest management. Key words: forest policy, Australia, New South Wales forest management

scholarly journals Sustainable forest management for Galicia

2008 ◽  
Vol 84 (4) ◽  
pp. 530-533 ◽  
Author(s):  
E W. (Ted) Robak
Keyword(s):  
Economic Growth ◽  
Economic Development ◽  
Forest Management ◽  
Key Words ◽  
Management Strategy ◽  
Sustainable Forest Management ◽  
Forest Sector ◽  
Management Processes ◽  
Privately Owned ◽  
Small Forest

Galicia is the most important forestry region of Spain, but its potential as an engine for economic growth is underdeveloped. Most forests in Galicia are privately owned in small holdings that make it difficult to carry out the sustainable forest management required for forest sector development. This paper outlines a sustainable forest management strategy, and then describes forest management processes and supporting technologies that are seen as necessary for promoting sustainable forest management in a region predominated by small forest ownerships. The paper ends with a brief description of the initial steps that have been taken to implement the strategy. Key words: forest sector planning, small private ownerships, rural and regional economic development, Spain

BUNUK: PENGETAHUAN DAN PRAKTEK ATONI-METO DALAM TATA KELOLA HUTAN

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 83-96
Author(s):  
Yohanes Victor Lasi Usbobo
Keyword(s):  
Forest Management ◽  
Indigenous People ◽  
Sustainable Forest Management ◽  
Customary Law ◽  
Environmental Damage ◽  
Technical Knowledge ◽  
Community Members ◽  
The Earth ◽  
Knowledge And Practice ◽  
West Timor

The implementation of todays forest management that based on formal-scientific knowledge and technical knowledge seems to fail to protect the forest from deforestation and the environmental damage. Decolonialisation of western knowledge could give an opportunity to identify and find the knowledge and practices of indigenous people in sustainable forest management. Forest management based on the indigenous knowledge and practices is believed easy to be accepted by the indigenous community due to the knowledge and practice is known and ‘lived’ by them. The Atoni Pah Meto from West Timor has their own customary law in forest management that is knows as Bunuk. In the installation of Bunuk, there is a concencus among the community members to protect and preserve the forest through the vow to the supreme one, the ruler of the earth and the ancestors, thus, bunuk is becoming a le’u (sacred). Thus, the Atoni Meto will not break the bunuk due to the secredness. Adapting the bunuk to the modern forest management in the Atoni Meto areas could be one of the best options in protecting and preserving the forest.

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