Dipterocarp Forest Ecosystems: Towards Sustainable Management

Background

This book describes the difficult problem of sustainably managing the valuable resources of Dipterocarp forests in Southeast Asia. It highlights the social, economic, and forest management challenges associated with Dipterocarp governance and attempts to reconcile the often disparate roles of forest scientists and local community managers. 

Conclusions & Takeaways

The authors cover topics such as Dipterocarp forest ecology, sustainable management practices, regulations, reforestation initiatives, and forest products.