Abstract
The setbacks of deforestation over the years have given light to awareness on the importance of regeneration. The benefits of forest regeneration are numerous both to the environment and man. The main objectives of this study were to assess forest regeneration dynamics and its implication on landscape projection in Oku. This study adopted both primary and secondary methods of data acquisition. This involved the administration of questionnaires, field visits, focus group discussions, observation and key informant interviews. This was practicable based on the accessibility and the potentials of the study area. In addition, satellite images of the study area were exploited to portray the rate of deforestation over the years and extent of tree planting within the area. Collected data was expected to enhance an understanding of endeavours of the local population to protect and regenerate exploited areas. The study found out that the local population are conscious, appreciative and encourage forest regeneration activities. Questionnaire exploitation revealed that 91% of the population plant trees in their farms. These trees range from soil fertilizer species, fruit trees and suitable trees for wood carving. The study equally revealed that 80% of local NGOs present within the matrix area are involved in forest regeneration. As a result of this, the cumulating local efforts of forest revival respects mitigation designed on climate change. The fact that local communities accept the canons of forest regeneration is of maximum importance in guaranteeing environmental benefits.
Highlights
The hope for the future lies in agro forestry, where trees and food crops are grown alongside each other
Farmers in Oku are involved in food crops, cash crops and fruit trees cultivation
Taking into consideration that the study focused on forest regeneration dynamics and landscape projection, data collection was tailored to ascertain its practice within the study area
Summary
The hope for the future lies in agro forestry, where trees and food crops are grown alongside each other. Normally rated unsuitable for crops, can be improved by growing leguminous tree species [1]. Farmers in Oku are involved in food crops, cash crops and fruit trees cultivation. Rural farmers exploit the potentials of trees and shrubs on the farms. The valuable contribution of fruit trees in Oku remains an additional source of food supply. Another part of the overall tree integration program is a project for the planting of fruit trees. In most farms within the study area, fruit trees are eliminated as soon as their productivity starts decreasing giving way to planting valuable and more productive species
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