Commercialisation of Non‐timber Forest Products: A Reality Check
Abstract
This article challenges the pervasive view that commercialisation of non‐timber forest products can (easily) achieve ecosystem and species conservation as well as improving livelihoods. Following a brief review of who and what is involved, it focuses on the main ecological and livelihood risks of unconsidered promotion of NTFP commercialisation, drawing on a wide range of case studies from around the world. It concludes with some recommendations, emphasising the lack of ‘magic‐bullet’ products, and the importance ‐ among other things ‐ of not ignoring national policy, taking an integrated view of the value chain, considering the implications of different production options, and improving both quality and quantity.
Reference
Brian Belcher; Kathrin Schreckenberg. (2007). Commercialisation of Non‐timber Forest Products: A Reality Check. Development Policy Review. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1467-7679.2007.00374.x
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