The importance of local tree resources around Gombe National Park, Western Tanzania: Implications for humans and chimpanzees

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A baseline survey is conducted to determine the perceived relative value of native and exotic trees to local people around Gombe National Park, Western Tanzania, also studying the direct comparison of tree utilization by humans and chimpanzees. It was observed that there is a marked difference in the choices, especially with respect to native trees, by men and women, and many of the trees highly important to humans are also of great importance in the diet of chimpanzees.

Author: Chepstow-Lusty, Alex, Winfield, Mark, Wallis, Janette, Collins, Anthony
Sales & consumption, Tanzania, Demographic aspects, Surveys, Food and nutrition, Human beings, Humans, Chimpanzees, Fruit trees, Man, Consumption data, Gombe Stream Reserve, Tanzania, Fuelwood consumption

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Inca agroforestry: lessons from the past

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An overview is presented on sustainable forestry management in Peru, drawing from techniques and practices from the Incas. Suggestions include incorporating a wide variety of native species in reforestation projects, which will help prevent soil erosion and alleviate rural poverty.

Author: Chepstow-Lusty, Alex, Winfield, Mark
Peru, Statistical Data Included, Methods, Planning, Agricultural policy, Forest management, Reforestation, Sustainable forestry, Incas

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Agroforestry in China: present state and future potential

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China has sought to combat deforestation with a proactive agroforestry plan. Trees are planted to protect other crops, to prevent soil erosion, to protect waterways and to protect livestock.

Author: Wending Huang, Kannien, Markku, Qifen Xu, Baoloeng Huang
China, Environmental aspects, Forests and forestry, Forests, Natural resources, Agroforestry

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