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Pratima , S. S. Jattan

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Implementation of Joint Forest Management (JFM) in the country has highlighted several issues which need to be addressed to ensure its success. The paper discusses important issues emerging out of JFM programme implementation which include: (i) appropriate mechanism of participation between the parties involved, (ii) institutionalisation of JFM programme, (iii) lack of clarity about JFM objectives, (iv) adequacy of benefits to village communities, (v) sustainability of JFM, and (vi) integration of JFM and rural development.

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S. S. Jattan , Pratima

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The forests in India are required to meet diverse demands and setting of management objectives, consequently, presents problems. The management objectives were adjusted to meet the national requirements and were accordingly reflected in the National Forest Policies of 1894,1952 and 1988. Management objectives are still not clear in respect of protection, production and social functions of the forests. Forest management objectives need clarity to ensure sustainability of forest management practices. Forestry cannot be viewed in isolation from other land based husbandry systems. Holistic approach for land resource management is necessary.

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Falz Mohsin , R. P. Singh , S. S. Jattan , K. Singh

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Radial and vertical distribution of ischolar_main biomass (gm) of Eucalyptus hybrid trees at early (2 and 3 yrs) and advanced age (6 and 7 yrs) were studied. The total ischolar_main biomass decreased continuously with increasing radial distances from the tree base of all the soil depths. At early ages, the ischolar_mains of the trees were mostly concentrated near the base of the trees but in later ages the ischolar_main system tended to proliferate uniformly around the trees, The total ischolar_main biomass decreased continuously with increasing soil depth at all the radial distances and under all the age groups. At the age of 2 and 3 years the total biomass of medium (0.5 - 1.5 cm dia.) ischolar_mains was higher than other ischolar_main grades. But at the age of 6 and 7 years the total biomass of thick ischolar_mains was much higher than other ischolar_main grades.

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Pratima , S. S. Jattan

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In pursuance of the National Forest Policy, 1988 provision to create a massive people's movement for the conservation of forest resources, Joint Forest Management (JFM) approach has been adopted in the country to protect and rehabilitate the degraded forests. The paper analyses the working of JFM and summarises the experience gained. Based on the past experience, suggestions are made to improve the implementation of JFM.

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Rajesh Sharma , A. K. Mandal , B. N. Gupta , S. S. Jattan

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Basic information on the magnitude and type of gene action, heritability, genetic advance and genetic interrelationships among the characters of economic importance is of paramount importance in formulating a meaningful breeding strategy in any species. Teak, the most important timber species, is receiving much attention of the workers and genetic improvement are being taken up at various levels. In this paper an attempt has been made to review the present status of knowledge on different genetic parameters noted above.

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Shashi Kumar , S. S. Jattan

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Having multifarious medicinal properties Neem "A Wonder Tree" is found to be a potent contraceptive. Its efficacy as anti-fertility agent has been tested on rats and bonnet monkeys. With little more research on Neem oils chemical aspects, derivatives and mechanisms of action it will be a proven wonder drug which can be patented for human being as an alternate approach to vasectomy and Intra Uterine Contraceptive Device (IUCD). The tree will prove to be a major source of income/ revenue capturing the market in India and abroad.

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S. S. Jattan , Shashi Kumar , G. Pujar

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Margoculture is a vital component for plant health since neem gives us a cleaner ecosystem with biodegradable environment friendly biopesticides. Fruit production oriented management promises better monetary returns. Its improved yield can be obtained by selection, vegetative propagation and inoculation of VAM.

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S. S. Jattan , Shashi Kumar , G. Pujar , N. S. Bisht

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Neem now needs a distinct approach, other than conventional ones meant for general forestry species. Farming sector, realising the complete potential of neem as beneficial plantation species to be brought under intensive culture, will demand for systematic insights into the silvicultural methods. Practices prevalent in other trees of semi-arid ecosystem, reared for fruit only, would offer enough base to start systematic studies. Market demand at global, national and regional level for an ecofriendly biopesticide can accommodate any amount of Neem oil and value added products. Ecological benefits will come as natural intangible returns. Development of pomological procedures to arrive at better and abundant yield of neem seeds will strengthen quality neem oil production, ultimately lead to the self-sustaining plant health in all food crops.

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