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DOI	10.3390/f15050861
	Perception of Locals on Multiple Contributions of NTFPs to the Livelihoods of Forest Fringe Communities in Ghana
	Asamoah, Obed; Danquah, Jones Abrefa; Bamwesigye, Dastan; Boakye, Emmanuel Amoah; Appiah, Mark; Pappinen, Ari
发表日期	2024
EISSN	1999-4907
起始页码	15
结束页码	5
卷号	15 期号:5
英文摘要	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 they contribute to the livelihoods of Ghanaian communities to alleviate poverty. Resources and services provided by NTFPs have an essential role in providing economic, nutritional, medicinal, cultural, and environmental benefits. This study examines the diverse range of NTFPs locals collect, such as chewing sticks, games, herbs, honey, leaves, mushrooms, pestles, raffia and palms, snails, and straws. In addition to serving different purposes, these NTFPs contribute to income generation, food security, health care, cultural practices, and the protection of the environment. A qualitative research approach was used in this study to collect data through semi-structured interviews and focus groups with members on multiple collections of NTFPs and their multiple benefits. We interviewed 732 residents regarding their multiple NTFPs and their potential to improve the livelihood of the locals. The data for the study were analysed using descriptive statistics. As a result of the survey, the frequency and percentages of responses were analysed for each indicator related to multiple values of NTFPs. Both males and females collected a list of NTFPs during the survey. Regarding NTFPs used for sale, 275 were reported, representing 37.57% of the total. In addition to emphasising the importance of sustainable management practices and equitable distribution of benefits, the study explores the multiple benefits of NTFPs for poverty alleviation in Ghanaian communities. It is essential to ensure the conservation of forest ecosystems and promote inclusive policies to harness the potential of NTFPs and maximise their positive impact on livelihoods. NTFPs provide multiple benefits for Ghanaian communities, including income, nutrition, healthcare, cultural preservation, and environmental sustainability. To promote sustainable development, it is imperative to understand the role of NTFPs and implement appropriate strategies.
英文关键词	non-timber forest products; poverty alleviation; multiple values; Ghana
语种	英语
WOS研究方向	Forestry
WOS类目	Forestry
WOS记录号	WOS:001232206000001
来源期刊	FORESTS
文献类型	期刊论文
条目标识符	http://gcip.llas.ac.cn/handle/2XKMVOVA/304791
作者单位	University of Eastern Finland; University of Cape Coast; Mendel University in Brno; University of Quebec; University of Quebec Montreal
推荐引用方式 GB/T 7714	Asamoah, Obed,Danquah, Jones Abrefa,Bamwesigye, Dastan,et al. Perception of Locals on Multiple Contributions of NTFPs to the Livelihoods of Forest Fringe Communities in Ghana[J],2024,15(5).
APA	Asamoah, Obed,Danquah, Jones Abrefa,Bamwesigye, Dastan,Boakye, Emmanuel Amoah,Appiah, Mark,&Pappinen, Ari.(2024).Perception of Locals on Multiple Contributions of NTFPs to the Livelihoods of Forest Fringe Communities in Ghana.FORESTS,15(5).
MLA	Asamoah, Obed,et al."Perception of Locals on Multiple Contributions of NTFPs to the Livelihoods of Forest Fringe Communities in Ghana".FORESTS 15.5(2024).