Sustainable Forest Management (SFM) Toolbox

Tool Details

Manual on watershed based participatory land-use planning for Nagaland, India

Author Darabant, A.
Year of publication 2013
Human pressure results in loss of biodiversity and land degradation leading to poverty and conflicts over land resources. At the same time changes in livelihoods demand adjustments to current land use in many places. Participatory Land-Use Planning is considered to be an appropriate approach to halt or reverse land degradation, conserve biodiversity and maintain ecosystem services. PLUP identifies optimal solutions for alternative land-use, taking into account local socio-economic conditions and livelihood strategies. As participatory approach, it empowers communities through the process and thereby contributes to conflict prevention and balanced socio-economic development. This report outlines the importance of participatory land-use planning (PLUP) to reverse land degradation, conserve biodiversity, and maintain ecosystem services. PLUP identifies optimal solutions for alternative land-use, taking into account local socio-economic conditions and livelihood strategies.
Type of Tool
Guidelines manual kits for trainers
Scale of Application
Forest Management Unit, National
Region
Asia Pacific
Biome
Tropical
Forest Type
All forest types (natural and planted)
Primary Designated Function
Protection of soil and water
Management Responsibility
All