Theory question 106
Forestry and Wildlife(a) Describe briefly five management methods adopted in the forest areas to ensure a continuous timber supply.
(b) Enumerate six benefits derived from forestry and range.
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(a) Any five: regeneration (natural and artificial replanting); afforestation and reforestation; selective exploitation/felling of mature trees only; forest reserves and regulations/licences; taungya system; control of bush fires; fire tracing; pest and disease control; thinning and pruning
(b) Any six: timber and wood; fuel wood; food (fruits, bushmeat); grazing/forage for livestock; medicinal plants; protection against erosion; windbreak; tourism/wildlife; employment and income; regulation of climate and water cycle; raw materials for industry (pulp, resin)
Methods concern keeping trees coming; benefits can be listed.