Plantations in the Tropics

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Plantations in the Tropics is written by Jacqueline Sawyer and published by IUCN. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 2831701392 (ISBN 10) and 9782831701394 (ISBN 13).

Based on thorough bibliographic research of a highly controversial topic, this report, jointly sponsored by IUCN, UNEP and WWF, shows the potential of plantations, while also exposing problems which may arise if massive tree plantations proposed for the tropics are to be established. Major issues covered include; species selection, soil and water cycle effects, fires, pests and diseases, effects on biodiversity, carbon dioxide fixation, land tenure and social issues, and plantation economics. Some broad conclusions and guidelines to be considered when establishing large scale plantations in the tropics complete this study.