Forests

Importance of forests

1. Ecology
   1. Climate aspects
      1. Rain magnets - Attract clouds
      2. Control microclimate
      3. Impacts atmospheric gaseous circulation
   2. Forest and biodiversity
      1. The natural habitat of biodiversity
      2. Ecological stability
2. Social aspects
   1. Source of livelihood
   2. Support tribes
   3. MFP
   4. NTFP
   5. Handicrafts
   6. Food security
3. Economic importance
   1. Paper industry
   2. Timber industry