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DOI: 10.11118/978-80-7701-010-8-0167

POLITICKÉ RÁMCE A SPRÁVA PRO UDRŽITELNÉ LESNICTVÍ: POSTŘEHY Z ČESKÉ REPUBLIKY A NIGÉRIE

Tanimomo Olugbenga Ayodeji1
1 Katedra lesnických technologií a staveb, Fakulta lesnická a dřevařská, Česká zemědělská univerzita v Praze, Praha, Česká republika

This paper examines the policy frameworks and governance structures that underpin sustainable forestry practices in the Czech Republic and Nigeria, highlighting how different environmental, economic, and social contexts influence forest management strategies in each country. By employing a comparative analysis, this study reveals the effectiveness of various policy instruments and governance mechanisms in promoting sustainable forestry. In the Czech Republic, a strong emphasis on legislation and community involvement has fostered a well-regulated forestry sector characterized by high levels of compliance and public participation. This approach is supported by an extensive network of protected areas, advanced silvicultural techniques, and robust enforcement of environmental regulations. Conversely, Nigeria faces significant challenges due to less stringent regulatory frameworks, enforcement issues, and socio-economic constraints. Despite these challenges, Nigeria has made progress through community-based management initiatives and international cooperation, aimed at enhancing forest governance and promoting local stewardship of forest resources. The paper underscores the importance of adaptive management strategies, stakeholder engagement, and the integration of traditional knowledge into formal forestry policies. Recommendations are offered to strengthen forest governance in both nations, emphasizing the need for policy coherence, capacity building, and the adoption of best practices tailored to local conditions. By analyzing these disparate approaches, the study contributes to a deeper understanding of the dynamics influencing sustainable forest management and offers insights that can inform policy development and implementation in diverse global contexts.

Keywords: Sustainable Forestry, Policy Frameworks, Forest Governance, Czech Republic Forestry, Nigeria Forestry, Community-based Management, Environmental Regulations, Stakeholder Engagement, Forestry Practices, International Cooperation

pages: 167-188, online: 2024



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