Chapter 20: Climate Smart Approaches to Forest Resources Management and their Implications for Rural Farmers’ Livelihoods in North Central Nigeria. 1Mohammed, U., 2Maimuna, A. A.,

Conclusion Climate-smart actions in forest resource management play a pivotal role in enhancing the livelihoods of the rural farming populace in North Central Nigeria. These strategies are essential for ensuring the sustainable utilization, conservation, and regeneration of forest resources while strengthening community resilience to climate change. For climate-smart forest management to achieve its intended impact as a key driver of national sustainability, deliberate efforts must be made to promote education and awareness along the entire value chain—from farm to forest to fork. Strengthening transparency and traceability systems, fostering cross-sectoral collaboration among stakeholders, and implementing regenerative forest management practices alongside nature-based solutions are critical components. Collectively, these measures will accelerate theBOOK CHAPTERS 2026 READY.docx 20