Publication Date
1989
Description
A major workshop concerning the impacts of tropical forest conversion to pastures in Latin America was conducted in Oaxaca, Mexico, October 4-7, 1988, by the U.S. Man and the Biosphere Program (MAB). The workshop described the current situation and history, reviewed the economic, environmental, and social impacts and dynamics of deforestation, discussed production alternatives and development perspectives, and identified research, technological, and policy options and priorities. The purpose of this paper is to summarize results and recommendations of the Oaxaca workshop and emphasize it significance at the XVI International Grassland Congress.
Citation
Pearson, H A.; Hecht, Susanna B.; and Downing, T E., "Conversion of Tropical Forest to Pasture in Latin America" (2025). IGC Proceedings (1989-2023). 19.
https://uknowledge.uky.edu/igc/1989/session13b/19
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Conversion of Tropical Forest to Pasture in Latin America
A major workshop concerning the impacts of tropical forest conversion to pastures in Latin America was conducted in Oaxaca, Mexico, October 4-7, 1988, by the U.S. Man and the Biosphere Program (MAB). The workshop described the current situation and history, reviewed the economic, environmental, and social impacts and dynamics of deforestation, discussed production alternatives and development perspectives, and identified research, technological, and policy options and priorities. The purpose of this paper is to summarize results and recommendations of the Oaxaca workshop and emphasize it significance at the XVI International Grassland Congress.
