Delineation and Dimension of Deforestation

Abstract

Deforestation is induced by human activities, cascading into associated cost and economic benefits. The concepts, dimensions and, deforestation caused by deliberate human activities were extensively examined. The chapter also highlighted the rationale for deforestation, environmental dimension to deforestation and contributions of forestry and forest by products to livelihoods. The segmented cases and experiences to create awareness on the need to discourage deforestation were explored. While recognizing that forest provides useful support for majority of rural dwellers, the justification for forest protection is advocated. Some communities depend on forests for their main livelihood, and use medicinal therapies derived from indigenous plants found in the forest. Forest remains an important pool of biodiversity and deforestation must be avoided. The chapter conclude that awareness of the impact of deforestation by the citizenry should be encouraged and supported by policies.

Embracing Water-Smart Agriculture for Optimal Agricultural Production in Selected Areas of Bushbuckridge, South Africa

“…It is also referred to as a shift in where rain and snow normally fall on earth. Climate change emanates from several factors, which includes: volcanic eruption, garbage, permafrost, natural gas drilling, oil drilling, deforestation, fertilizers, transportation, farming, and power plants (Kelly, 2019;Sithole and Agholor, 2021). Furthermore, there are effects of climate change which streamflow timing changes, and reduces water supplies for competing demands.…”