ShodhPatra: International Journal of Science and Humanities

Quantification of NWFP in Joypur Forest Range (JFR) and Their Utility on Economic Aspects: A Review

In present day, we are facing lots of problems regarding pollutions, resource crisis, water related issues, job scarcity, economic imbalances which are the product of fastest growing economy as well as rapid growth of urbanisation and industrialisation. This review paper aims to evaluate the amount of NWFP and its economic aspects in the JFR. NWFPs are vital elements of forest ecosystems, supporting local livelihoods and the regional economy through the provision of diverse resources, including medicinal plants, fruits, nuts, resins, and fuel wood. This paper discusses the economic services provided by Non-Wood Forest Products (NWFPs) with regards to income generation, rural employment, and the possibility of sustainable forest management practices for development. This study highlights the necessity for integrated strategies to safeguard and enhance NWFPs as an invaluable asset for both regional societies and the national economy. The study also conducted a thorough literature search, field surveys and data on NWFPs diversity, availability and consumption pattern in JFR. The volume and value of different types of NWFPs is reviewed, and their significance to the livelihood economy of neighboring communities is emphasized. They indicate that NWFPs possess high economic value, but their realization remains suboptimal owing to both management constraints and trade systems that are rarely organized. In conclusion, the review recommends strategies for enhancing the sustainable harvesting and marketing of NWFPs among local communities, such as capacity-building, awareness campaigns, and policy interventions to guarantee both ecological and economic sustainability in JFR.