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Give three measures used to conserve forests in Kenya.

Give three measures used to conserve forests in Kenya.

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gideon
- Mature trees felled are replaced immediately (re-afforestation)
- Tree farming is practiced in many parts with the aim of raising trees for future use.
- Regions which were previously devoid of trees are being planted with trees (afforestation)
- People are now being encouraged to plant trees and food crops in the same farms/agroforestry.
- Reduction of wastage eg the use of waste paper to produce news print.
- People are required to seek permits if they have to cut trees. This reduces the rate of tree felling
/unlicensed people do not cut down trees.
- Forest reserves have been set aside to conserve indigenous species.
- Forestry dept. of the ministry of natural resources carry out research to produce and distribute
seedlings to ensure the extension of forests.
- People are being educated through mass media on the importance of trees.
gideon1 answered the question on September 30, 2017 at 09:18

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