Financial analyses of different types of tree plantations in Pakistan
Financial analyses of different types of tree plantations in Pakistan
K. M. Siddiqui
ABSTRACT
This paper presents results of financial analysis for 8
types of tree plantations in different parts of
plantations in different parts of Pakistan. Financial
analyses were carried out for 5 multiple purpose tree
species planted in the form of both linear and block
plantations in the irrigated plains on state as well
as on private farmlands through the country. The results
indicate that cost benefit ratio of the plantations
under the existing conditions depend upon the tree
species, demand and marketability of forest produce and intensity of management practices. Generally, tree
planting on the farmlands is financially favorable in
all localities irrespective of tree species planted on
them. On the other hand ,large block plantations on
state land, with the exception of poplar plantation in
Changa Manga, have low cost benefit ratio especially if
rental value of the land ( opportunity cost ) is
included in the financial analysis. It is suggested that
plantations should be intensified with large financial
and technical inputs to make them financially sound
undertaking.
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June 1991
Vol. 41, Iss. 2
