At Loggerheads?: Agricultural Expansion, Poverty Reduction, and Environment in the Tropical Forests

Focusing on the intricate relationship between agricultural expansion and forest conservation, this book addresses the confusion surrounding tropical deforestation and forest-related poverty. It analyzes the causes and impacts of forest loss while exploring how local conditions influence policy effectiveness. By identifying tradeoffs and complementarities in addressing deforestation and poverty, the text highlights institutional and technological innovations that could facilitate the adoption of beneficial policies, ultimately aiming to reconcile environmental and socio-economic needs.