An Evaluation of Farmers’ Experiences Planting Native Trees in Rural Panama: Implications for Reforestation with Native Species in Agricultural Landscapes

Authors:
Garen, E.J., K. Saltonstall, J.L. Slusser, S. Mathias, M.S. Ashton and J.S. Hall

Publication Date:
2009

Abstract/Summary:
This study evaluates the experiences of farmers participating in a native species reforestation initiative in rural Panama to identify lessons learned that can guide on-going or future tree planting efforts. Based on the results of a questionnaire administered to program participants and non-participants (n = 68), we found that trees are important to farmers for multiple reasons, primary a variety of environmental and economic benefits.

Resource Type:
Peer-reviewed Article

Source:
Agroforestry Systems

Link:
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10457-009-9203-4