Despite increased attention on the potential for non-timber forest products (NTFPs) to contribute to biodiversity conservation and improved livelihoods, in most regions the legal and regulatory framework within which these activities take place has received little attention. Yet policies and laws have a profound impact on the way in which benefits are delivered to communities, and the efficacy of conservation measures.


Aims and Objectives

This project aims to address this gap through development of an international policy manual on NTFP law and governance and set of policy briefings. A key aim is to provide a framework for understanding the diverse issues and elements that combine to create law and policy that promote sustainable and equitable management, trade and use of species. The manual will feature 12 country or region-specific chapters from around the world that examine experiences with NTFP regulation, using the lens of a particular geographic area, species, or issue (eg taxation, labor law, institutional capacity).