Ghana Case Study: The Case for Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration (FMNR) in the Upper West Region of Ghana

FMNR offers a promising low-cost and profitable strategy for re-greening northern Ghana. It meets national and international commitments while also improving farmer livelihoods and resilience. It is community driven, and it provides biomass for livestock, fuel wood, and better soil fertility. On-farm forest products and enhanced crop production improve farmers’ food security and income levels throughout the year. Results of the present study show that within only five years of implementing FMNR and crop rotations, farmers can expect an 86 percent rise in crop productivity. As trees mature, the synergy between trees and crop yields become even more pronounced. In addition, farmers engaging in natural tree regeneration will enjoy a wider income base from the collection or harvesting of on-farm forest products.

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