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Intensive research in the ways to combat a vast array of pest and disease of crops of agricultural importance especially over the twentieth century has provided a multitude of control tactics. Most of these rely on the use of exotic chemicals which although give a quick and convincing control, also involve immediate and/or cumulative environmental hazards. A large number of eco-friendly methods are also known, some of which are the results of long human ...
The significance of Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs) is being increasingly realized through better understanding of their value to the economy as well to the environment. Emphasis is increasing on the efficient and sustainable use of natural resources. The role of NTFPs in the overall socioeconomic wellbeing of the communities living around forests is better understood today. It is now realized that NTFPs play an important role in the household food security of ...