Compiled By: Javed Baloch
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Forests reduce surface run-off of water, prevent flash floods and erosion of soil.
Forest cover absorb solar heat during evapotranspiration, maintain carbon dioxide levels for the growth of plants and regulate local climatic conditions
Forests prevent rainwater in washing away the top soil that is essential for plant growth.
Forests maintain soil nutrients and its structure.
Food, fodder, fuel wood, poles, timber, fiber, sericulture, apiculture, and medicinal plants are some of the use of forests for local populations.
Timber extraction is done for construction, industrial uses, paper pulps, fuelwood, fruit, gum are all economic benefits of forests.