The emergence and evolution of inter-community forestry associations in Mexico

What is it about?

This paper analyses the political and economic factors which have led to the creation of inter-community organizations in the Mexican community forestry sector, and to their changes over time. It identifies public policies, partisdan politics, peasant movements, and local livelihood and service needs as important factors.

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Why is it important?

It shows how governments can strongly influence the creation of different forms of community forestry organizations beyond the local level to address important socioeconoic and ecological challenges.