Mammen, Chundamannil; Dr.George, K K(Cochin University of Science And Technology, May , 1997)
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Abstract:
Teak plantations were initiated in Kerala in 1842, and extended almost
continuously. Among plantations raised by the Forest Department, teak
occupies the largest area and a substantial asset base has been created. Of
late, several teak growing private companies have come up offering investors
high returns from their plantations. However, no study has been carried out
in Kerala on the economic status of teak plantations in the government
forests and prospects of investing in teak plantation ventures in the private
sector. The present study is relevant in presenting the productivity status of
teak plantations in government forests in Kerala and its commercial
profitability. This will be useful to the government for planning management
strategies and investment priorities. The study will also serve as a base—line
information for comparative studies.
Description:
Division of economics, Kerala forest research institute