Define Non-Wood Forest Products

• What are Non-Wood Forest Products (NWFPs)?

  Materials harvested from forests that aren't timber
• What types of products are included in NWFPs?

  Non-timber plant and animal products
• What are the key differences between timber and NWFPs?

  • Source:
  • Timber: Trees
  • NWFPs: Non-woody plants and animals
  • Use:
  • Timber: Construction, furniture, fuel
  • NWFPs: Food, medicine, crafts, industrial materials
  • Value:
  • Timber: High-value for large-scale industries
  • NWFPs: Low-value but essential for local communities
• What are Timber and Wood Products primarily sourced from?

  Trees
• What are the three main categories of forest products?

  Wood products, non-wood forest products, forest services
• How is the value of timber compared to NWFPs?

  Timber is a high-value resource
• Why are NWFPs important for local communities?

  They support local industries and livelihoods
• What are the main categories of forest and tree products?

  • Wood products
  • Industrial wood, fuelwood and charcoal
  • Small woods
  • Plants and plant products
  • Animals and animal products
  • Forest services
• What is the primary source of timber?

  Trees
• How does the monetary value of NWFPs compare to Timber and Wood Products?

  NWFPs have lower monetary value but are essential locally
• What is the primary source of NWFPs?

  Non-woody plants and animals in forests
• What is another category of forest and tree products besides wood products?

  Industrial wood, fuelwood and charcoal
• What is the primary use of timber?

  Construction, furniture, and fuel
• How do NWFPs contribute to local communities?

  They provide essential resources for livelihoods
• Why are NWFPs important for local communities?

  They are essential for food and medicine
• Why are NWFPs important for local industries?

  • Essential for local industries
  • Support livelihoods
• What are the main types of non-wood forest products?

  • Plants and plant products
  • Animals and animal products
  • Forest services
• What is the main category of forest and tree products?

  Wood products
• What are some ecological benefits provided by forests?

  • Clean air
  • Water purification
  • Carbon sequestration
• What is another category of forest and tree products besides wood products and industrial wood, fuelwood and charcoal?

  Small woods
• What is the primary use of NWFPs?

  Food, medicine, crafts, and industrial materials
• What are essential oils used for?

  Aromatherapy and cosmetics
• What does NWFP stand for?

  Non-Wood Forest Products
• What is bamboo commonly used for?

  Furniture and crafts
• What are the uses of honey?

  Sweetener and medicine
• What distinguishes the value of NWFPs from Timber and Wood Products?

  NWFPs are essential locally but lower in value
• What do forest services refer to?

  Ecological benefits forests provide