[BlackCamel Energy Ltd]

All protocols duly observed.

I have been reading all the interesting and educative comments above and really appreciate everyone’s contributions especially where Christopher highlighted stringent points.

Now from the business point of view, why ntfp rarely contribute hugely to country’s gdp is because of the market strength.

Most African nftp exporters hardly follow due diligence in harvesting which thereby push them to non-premium markets.

Premium markets wants more information especially on TRACEABILITY.

I think more focus should be on training and sentization of locals on how to observe due diligence from production till harvest. This will attract more premium buyers and as well boost production.

The FACT is that when there are premium prices for ntfp, more people will get involve and there will be more inflows.

Most African nftp producers especially in West Africa lacks that little aspect and therby make them prone to less attractive markets.

If there can be help in training more locals in value chain. More people will be interested and this will help the economy.

Lastly, I am sorry if there are typo errors, I am commenting from my mobile phone and also multitasking☺️

Thanks to everyone.

Joseph
BlackCamel Energy Ltd

[BlackCamel Energy Ltd]

@Abbeylee Yes, you made a very good point in regards to loggers BUT it all still boils down to the fact that NTFP are being considered lesser due to lack of knowledge from most forest stakeholders especially in the timber sector.

However, the Nigerian government through the Federal Department of Forestry under the directorship of Mr. Razaq has taken the bull by the horn and the department are working with relevant stakeholders in developing a national timber legality standard that will managed timber and protect NTFP.

Few stakeholders who also understand SFM and the value of NTFP are doing enough to sensitized others.

I really wish that what is being discussed here won’t die here. In a place where people don’t know the value of gold, they can easily turn it to stone to chase squirrels. Blames might not really go to them because they lack knowledge. It is our collective duties to make them know and realize how precious NTFP are.

In the timber circle it will also please you to know that timber are also been hugely exploited by the Asians who care less of sustainable forest management in West Africa.

Not to digress but we should as well look beyond this online meetings and see if we can translate everything to our people especially the local in a face to face training.

Thank you all.

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