Toward developing guidelines for forest restoration in the Philippines
Issue Date
5-2007
Abstract
For over four decades, policy, institutional and technological imperfections and deficiencies have limited the success of restoring degraded forests in the Philippines and the attainment of sustainable forest management. This paper outlines a conceptual framework for a more systematic and deliberate program to restore degraded forests in the Philippines. Based on the review and synthesis of past and current research and development projects on forest restoration and related concerns, this paper identifies guidelines for the preparation of an appropriate action plan that will cover the full range of dimensions and facets of forest restoration with an ultimate goal to attain greater success in restoring degraded forests. The discussion spreads over related issues on common causes of failed restoration projects, results of studies on the biophysical and socioeconomic dimensions of deforestation and reforestation, lessons learned from selected restoration and reforestation projects, and key elements of a proposed restoration framework for the Philippines. Among the list of guidelines proposed in the framework, the role of a clear legal foundation, participation of local communities, local governments and other stakeholders, and the adoption of integrated and holistic planning paradigm are highlighted. © 2007, Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.
Source or Periodical Title
Forest Science and Technology
ISSN
21580103
Volume
3
Issue
1
Page
53-67
Document Type
Article
Language
English
Subject
Deforestation, Degraded forests, Forest restoration, Guidelines, Reforestation, Rehabilitation
Recommended Citation
Cruz, Rex & Rebugio, Lucrecio & Lee, Don & Carandang, Wilfredo & Tolentino, Enrique Jr & Bantayan, Nathaniel & Bantayan, Rosario. (2007). Toward developing guidelines for forest restoration in the Philippines. Forest Science and Technology. 3.
Identifier
https://doi.org/10.1080/21580103.2007.9656319
Digital Copy
YES