An experiment in eco-development in Uttara Kannada District of Karnataka

Abstract

This paper recounts our experiences of an eco-development oriented action research programme in the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka state. This experiment aims at bringing together the local population, scientific and technical experts and government officials in an attempt to halt the pace of environmental degradation and augment the vegetational resources of the region. Our activities have included revegetation of individually assigned as well as communal forest lands, establishment of nurseries in schools and colleges, development of fodder resources, propogation of fuel efficient wood stoves and training programmes.