Agroforestry and Afforestation: Enhancing Sustainable Forest Resource Management in Boki Local Government Area, Cross River State, Nigeria
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This study examined the role of agroforestry and afforestation in enhancing sustainable forest resource management in Boki Local Government Area, Cross River State, Nigeria. To achieve this objective, two research hypotheses were formulated. The study adopted a survey research design, involving 291 registered farmers. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire titled agroforestry, afforestation and Sustainable Forest Resource Management Questionnaire (CEPSFRMQ). The instrument’s face and content validity were assessed by experts, and its reliability was established using the Cronbach Alpha method, yielding coefficients ranging from 0.75 to 0.89. Regression analysis was employed to test the hypotheses at a 0.05 level of significance. Findings revealed that agroforestry and afforestation practices significantly influence sustainable forest resource management. Based on these findings, it was recommended that both micro- and macro-level government efforts focus on enhancing climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies. This includes making such strategies more affordable, accessible, and user-friendly through extension education on the sustainable application of relevant technologies.
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