Milicia Excelsa Timber Species for Wood Works In Eastern Uganda: Perspectives from Nabitende Township, Iganga District

A. Charles OTIENO

Abstract


Milicia excelsa (Muvule) tree species, Busoga region’s pride, was decreasing given its indiscriminate use in Eastern Uganda. A study of 197 residents of Nabitende township revealed that; Muvule timber was used in construction and carpentry for its being; a hard wood (93.4%), on high demand (89.3%), and attractive when varnished (87.3%). The products’ market was ranked as; Far Eastern Ugandan towns, South Sudan, Kampala city, and Kenya border towns respectively. A strong correlation (r=0. 61) existed between the perceptions of both carpenters and other wood processors on the market. There was a willingness to adopt sustainability strategies for timber users to be in business. Recommendations therefore entail; massive sensitization, empowerment of conservationists to both arrest and prosecute their culprits.

Keywords


Muvule, carpenters, sustainability, furniture, wood species, Nabitende

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