The Return of Ecosystem Goods and Services in Replanted Mangrove Forests: Perspectives from Local Communities in Kenya

Authors:
Ronnback, P., B. Crona and L. Ingwall (

Publication Date:
2007

Abstract/Summary:
This paper assesses how resource users value natural versus planted mangroves and how they perceive plantation initiatives. Semi-structured interviews with 48 resource users from two Kenyan villages show marked mangrove dependence. Respondents identified 24 ecosystem goods, and ranked a variety of food items, traditional medicine, fuel and construction materials as very important resources.

Resource Type:
Peer-reviewed Article

Source:
Environmental Conservation

Link:
http://www.oceandocs.org/bitstream/handle/1834/6819/250Q1463.pdf?sequence=1