The dataset represents the tree cover of Bangladesh.
Trees and forests play a vital role in providing livelihood to the people living around forests. Forestry sector contributed to 3% of country's GDP. However, GDP calculation does not take into consideration forestry contribution in term of energy, fodder, small timber and poles, thatching grass, medicinal herbs, and other forestry products.
Data source: Bangladesh Forest Department
Data publication: 2015-01-01
Contact points:
Metadata Contact: Matieu Henry
Resource Contact: Bangladesh Forest Department
Resource constraints:
copyright
Online resources:
Bangladesh Forest Department
