Rainforestation can be carried out to achieve a number of different land use management objectives. These objectives can be divided into the following three major categories: production, restoration/protection, and urban enhancement, each of which can be applied to a variety of different areas. A short description of each Rainforestation type is provided below.
Production
This approach to Rainforestation is applied in areas where timber harvesting and other forms of resource extraction are permitted.
Restoration/Protection
The restoration/protection approach to Rainforestation is designed for areas where the main management objective is the protection or restoration of ecosystem function:
Urban Enhancement
This approach to Rainforestation is applied for the purpose of creating favorable micro-habitats and promoting the appreciation of native trees in urban areas:
