The economic value of wild resources in Senegal

A preliminary evaluation of non-timber forest products, game and freshwater fisheries

Cheikh Ba, Joshua Bishop, Moustapha Deme, Hamet Diaw, Alioune B. Dieng, Omar Diop, Pedro Andres Garzon, Bara Gueye, Moustapha Kebe, Ournou K. Ly, Vaque Ndiaye, Cheikh Mbacké Ndione, Astou Sene, Djiby Thiam, and Ibrahim A. Wade

The contribution of wild plants and animals to human welfare is widely appreciated but not routinely measured. Reliable and up-to-date information on the economic importance of wild resources is needed to ensure that development policies and investments take account of the full costs and benefits of alternative land uses. This report presents a summary of findings of recent research on the value of non-timber forest products, game and freshwater fisheries in Senegal. The research is based on new data gathered from producers, traders and consumers of wild plant and animal products.

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