Nigel Sizer Governments in Suriname, Guyana, and many other tropical countries are under intense pressure to make quick cash by selling their forest resources to foreign firms. Guyana's 14 million hectares of potentially loggable forests could generate perhaps ten to twenty billion dollars in raw log sales for a country with per capita income of $800. But forestry concessions can also lead to economic and financial disaster if not properly conceived and managed. This report, developed at the request of Guyana's President, Dr. Cheddi Jagan, explains how the country can reap revenue from its forests without destroying them. Identifying seven key steps Guyana can take for sustainable forestry management, the author provides both concrete proposals for immediate and long-term action and a comprehensive analysis of the country's forestry programs to date. His insights and recommendations offer valuable guidance for other nations facing similar challenges and for foreign donors interested in promoting sustainable alternatives to ill-planned and poorly monitored tropical timber harvesting. 1996 / 68 pages |
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