Abstract Inadequacy of modern physiological, silvicultural techniques leads to gap between availability of seeds and seedlings of agroforestry tree species, which consequently affect populace demand of their potentials in the world. There is need to develop modern physiological, silvicultural techniques to meet seedling production of agroforestry trees already eroded by increase in population and associated […]
DECAY CHARACTERISTIC ASSESSMENT OF URBAN TREES WITHIN THE CAMPUS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF IBADAN COMMUNITY
Abstract Wood decay is caused primarily by enzymatic activities of microorganisms which majorly affect the roots, sapwood, or heartwood of a tree causing dead trees, smaller leaves, and slower growth. Tree decays are among the most challenging forest health issues in forest management. Urban and suburban trees are more likely to have wounds and decay […]
CHALLENGES OF DIGITALIZATION IN FOREST OPERATIONS ACTIVITIES IN NIGERIA. A REVIEW
Abstract Digitalization is the process of utilizing digital technologies and digitized data to enable or improve forest operations. Digitalization lowers expenses while increasing productivity and efficiency and the existing forestry processes and operations are improved by digitalization. There is little or no knowledge about the use of modern technology in Nigeria which has led to […]
LITTER DECOMPOSITION AND NUTRIENT RELEASE DYNAMICS IN Allanblackia floribunda (Oliv) AGROFORESTRY SYSTEM UNDER A HUMID TROPICAL ENVIRONMENT OF SOUTH EAST NIGERIA
Abstract Field experiments were conducted between 2017 and 2018 at Forestry Research Institute of Nigeria, Humid Forest Research Station, Umuahia, South east Nigeria, to study litter decomposition and nutrient release dynamics in Allanblackia floribunda (oliv) agroforestry system. The experiments were all laid out in a randomized complete block design with three replications. The litter bag […]
CHARACTERIZATION OF ECOSYSTEM SERVICES OF CASHEW PLANTATIONS (Anacardium occidentale L.) IN THE PENDÉ AND NYA DEPARTMENTS (EXTREME-SOUTH, CHAD)
Abstract In order to enhance the value of edible fruit trees from the Sudanian zone, such as cashew, a study was carried out in the Logone Oriental province in Chad. Ethnobotanical and socio-economic surveys, through structured and semi-structured interviews, were carried out with 18 resource persons, who were the owners and/or managers. It appears that […]
EFFECTS OF SOURCES OF NITROGEN AND WATERING REGIMES ON THE GROWTH OF AFRICAN STAR APPLE (Chrysophyllum albidum G. Don) SEEDLINGS
Abstract There is paucity of researched established information on the effect nitrogen-based fertilizers on the growth of Chrysophyllum albidum. To improve the slow growth of Chrysophyllum albidum, investigation was carried out. A 3 x 3 split-plot experimental design accompanying three replications was selected to determine the effects of sources of nitrogen and watering regimes on […]
ASSESSMENT AND MAPPING OF THE DISTRIBUTION OF FOOD AND MEDICINAL TREE SPECIES IN ABEOKUTA METROPOLIS, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA
Abstract The study assessed the distribution and mapping of tree species of food and medicinal values in Abeokuta North and Abeokuta South Local Government Areas of Ogun State. Ten communities were sampled with five from each LGAs and a total of hundred (100) semi-structured questionnaire was administered during the study. Relevant information on the medicinal […]
FACTORS INFLUENCING WOOD MODIFICATION IN NIGERIA
Abstract The paper review factors influencing wood modification, which involves altering the physical, chemical, or biological properties of wood to enhance its performance. Population increase and increase in demand for wood product has put pressure on the preferred timbers. The primary objective is to explore the potential of wood modification to improve wood’s properties, particularly […]
EFFECT OF CRUDE OIL EXPLORATION ON THE AVAILABILITY OF NON-TIMBER FOREST PRODUCTS IN UGHELLI NORTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT, DELTA STATE, NIGERIA
Abstract The study was carried out to examine the effects of crude oil exploration activities on the availability of non-timber forest products (NTFPs) in Ughelli North Local Government, Delta State, Nigeria. Ten (10) Communities were purposively selected; 5 crude oil producing Communities (Owevwe, Afiesere, Imodje, Agbarha-Otor and Eruemukowhoarie) and 5 non-crude oil producing Communities (Okpara, […]
AGROFORESTRY FOR SUSTAINABLE RURAL LIVELIHOOD IN SUB-SAHARA AFRICA
Abstract Agro-forestry is a dynamic, eco–based resource management system that involves the integration of trees on farmlands for diversified and sustained production of social, economic and environmental benefits for all land users. However, the shortage of research-based information on the potentials of agro-forestry in enhancing the livelihood of rural dwellers has restricted the adoption of […]