Developing forestry-based economic activities in the northern mountainous districts of Quang Nam Province

Abstract

The northern mountainous region of Quang Nam Province is primarily located in Dong Giang and Tay Giang districts. This area is home to many ethnic minority communities and continues to face significant socio-economic challenges. Forestry remains a crucial sector in the local economy. In addition to the development of traditional forestry crops, the cultivation of medicinal plants and fruit trees presents a comparative advantage for the region. However, forestry production models here are still small-scale, fragmented, and underdeveloped, resulting in limited economic efficiency. Furthermore, while forest protection and natural forest regeneration policies have created opportunities for local people to benefit from forest protection services, they have yet to generate breakthroughs in the effective use of forest understorey resources. From that practical context, the article analyzes the current situation and proposes several solutions to promote the development of forestry-based economic activities in the northern mountainous districts of Quang Nam province.