Year of publication 2003

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Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

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Pages 92

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Product type Book (stand-alone)

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Series title Forestry Sector Outlook Studies

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Edition 1

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Synopsis (short abstract) This summary report on the Forestry Outlook Study for Africa provides an overview of the probable directions of development of the forest sector in Africa to the year 2020. It outlines the potentials and challenges in the sustainable management of forest resources taking into account policy, institutional, demographic, economic, technological and environmental changes. Examining the impact of driving forces and probable scenarios, it gives an indication of what may happen in the next two decades if the present trends persist. Also outlined are priorities and strategies to enhance the forest sector's contribution to societal welfare.

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Language Bilingual

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Also available in:

• Arabic

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