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View article: Woody and Herbaceous Species Diversity Respond Differently to Environmental Variables in Semiarid Areas in Ghana
Woody and Herbaceous Species Diversity Respond Differently to Environmental Variables in Semiarid Areas in Ghana Open
In the semiarid areas of Ghana, the interactive effects of various environmental drivers, their relative importance, and their direct and indirect effects on plant species composition and diversity are still poorly understood, hence affect…
View article: Comprehensive health risk assessment of urban ambient air pollution (PM2.5, NO2 and O3) in Ghana
Comprehensive health risk assessment of urban ambient air pollution (PM2.5, NO2 and O3) in Ghana Open
Urbanization and industrialization have drastically increased ambient air pollution in urban areas globally from vehicle emissions, solid fuel combustion and industrial activities leading to some of the worst air quality conditions. Air po…
View article: Perception of Locals on Multiple Contributions of NTFPs to the Livelihoods of Forest Fringe Communities in Ghana
Perception of Locals on Multiple Contributions of NTFPs to the Livelihoods of Forest Fringe Communities in Ghana Open
Forest-dwelling residents frequently collect non-timber forest products (NTFPs) for various reasons, such as food, medicine, firewood, religious reasons, or handicrafts. This study examines the multiple benefits derived from NTFPs and how …
View article: Assessing the Influence of Social Factors on Local Perceptions of Climate Change, Product Value Addition, Multiple Uses of NTFPs, and Their Influence on Poverty Alleviation in Ghana
Assessing the Influence of Social Factors on Local Perceptions of Climate Change, Product Value Addition, Multiple Uses of NTFPs, and Their Influence on Poverty Alleviation in Ghana Open
The key to the successful and sustainable utilisation of non-timber forest products (NTFPs) by local communities lies in understanding their perspectives on climate change and its effects on NTFP production. Furthermore, assessing their pe…
View article: Factors that Influence Local Perceptions of Climate Change, Product Value Addition, Multiple Uses of NTFPs, and Their Impact on Poverty Alleviation in Ghana
Factors that Influence Local Perceptions of Climate Change, Product Value Addition, Multiple Uses of NTFPs, and Their Impact on Poverty Alleviation in Ghana Open
The overwhelming evidence supports the assertion that the climate is undergoing change. Understanding the perception of locals of the magnitude of climate change and its influence on non-timber forest products (NTFPs) challenge at a global…
View article: A Review of the Potential of Non-timber Forest Products to Alleviate Poverty
A Review of the Potential of Non-timber Forest Products to Alleviate Poverty Open
Non-timber forest Products (NTFPs) are a broad category of natural resources harvested from forests that do not involve cutting down trees for their wood or timber. NTFPs play a vital role in the livelihoods and economies of many rural com…
View article: The perception of the locals on the impact of climate variability on non-timber forest products in Ghana
The perception of the locals on the impact of climate variability on non-timber forest products in Ghana Open
All biological products obtained from forests other than timber are considered non-timber forest products (NTFPs). NTFPs production levels in Ghana are affected by climate change. Over the past years, NTFPs have adversely affected by prolo…
View article: Perceptions of commercialisation and value-addition of non-timber forest products in forest adjacent communities in Ghana
Perceptions of commercialisation and value-addition of non-timber forest products in forest adjacent communities in Ghana Open
Residents living adjacent to forests commonly gather non-timber forest products (NTFPs) for income, nourishment, ailment treatment, firewood, religious reasons, and artefacts. This study investigates local perceptions of the commercialisat…
View article: The perception of locals on commercialisation and value addition of non-Timber Forest products in forest adjacent communities in Ghana
The perception of locals on commercialisation and value addition of non-Timber Forest products in forest adjacent communities in Ghana Open
Residents living adjacent to forests commonly gather non-timber forest products (NTFPs) for income, nourishment, ailment treatment, firewood, religious reasons, and artefacts. This study focused on the locals’ perception of NTFP value addi…
View article: The potential of plantations to restore ecosystem services, a case study from Ghana
The potential of plantations to restore ecosystem services, a case study from Ghana Open
The role of plantations for restoring humid forest ecosystems is subject to intense debate. Some studies suggest that plantations are inferior to secondary forests in most ecosystem services. In contrast, other studies emphasise the role o…
View article: Response of woody vegetation to bush thinning on freehold farmlands in north-central Namibia
Response of woody vegetation to bush thinning on freehold farmlands in north-central Namibia Open
Bush encroachment affects much of the Namibian woodland landscape, causing significant loss of open savannah habitat and farm profits. Thinning of the trees/shrubs is recommended; however, research is required to identify the overall effic…
View article: Old timber plantations and secondary forests attain levels of plant diversity and structure similar to primary forests in the West African humid tropics
Old timber plantations and secondary forests attain levels of plant diversity and structure similar to primary forests in the West African humid tropics Open
Considering the high rate of primary forest degradation and loss in the tropics, the ability to conserve plant diversity within alternative forest landscape components is critical to biodiversity conservation. This study compares the resto…
View article: Mining Impact on Livelihoods of Farmers of Asutifi North District, Ghana
Mining Impact on Livelihoods of Farmers of Asutifi North District, Ghana Open
Local communities in Ghana are heavily reliant on agriculture for their livelihoods. However, they are increasingly shifting from engaging in agriculture to mining. This study was undertaken to assess the impact of mining (both small and l…
View article: Restoration thinning reduces bush encroachment on freehold farmlands in north-central Namibia
Restoration thinning reduces bush encroachment on freehold farmlands in north-central Namibia Open
Bush encroachment affects ~45 million ha of Namibia and, without appropriate restoration measures, it negatively affects rangeland productivity and biodiversity. Thinning is a common method to counteract bush encroachment. The thinning str…
View article: Above-ground carbon stocks and timber value of old timber plantations, secondary and primary forests in southern Ghana
Above-ground carbon stocks and timber value of old timber plantations, secondary and primary forests in southern Ghana Open
High deforestation rates, especially in the tropics, currently result in the annual emission of large amounts of carbon, contributing to global climate change. There is therefore an urgent need to take actions to mitigate climate change bo…
View article: Community Experiences in the use of Modified Taungya System for Restoring Degraded Forests and Improving Livelihoods in Ghana
Community Experiences in the use of Modified Taungya System for Restoring Degraded Forests and Improving Livelihoods in Ghana Open
Using the Modified Taungya System (MTS) to establish plantations has been identified as one of the important strategies required to meet the demand for wood resources in Ghana. The MTS is a forest management approach in which farmers are g…
View article: Geographic Distribution of Global Economic Important Mahogany Complex: A Review
Geographic Distribution of Global Economic Important Mahogany Complex: A Review Open
Mahogany is the collective international trade name for the high-value tropical and subtropical timber tree species of the family Meliaceae. Mahogany species are noted for their deep red-brown heartwood and are widely used in the construct…
View article: Impact of illegal mining activities on forest ecosystem services: local communities’ attitudes and willingness to participate in restoration activities in Ghana
Impact of illegal mining activities on forest ecosystem services: local communities’ attitudes and willingness to participate in restoration activities in Ghana Open
Understanding local communities' willingness to participate in environmental restoration activities can help assess the level of volunteerism that can be expected for restoration projects. This study ascertained local communities' percepti…