Mangrove Plantation on Coastal Zone

1.  At the initial stage, the utilization of mangrove and other natural resources will be surveyed to plan compensatory measures (fuel and fodder plantations – to mitigate pressure on mangrove area by cattle grazing and local people) that need to be implemented before raising mangrove plantations.

2. For mangrove plantation, fish-bone canal systems will be developed to introduce sea water where the tidal flow is disturbed due to topographic conditions. The mangrove species will be planted on the slope of the canals.

3. Plantation establishment: By selecting appropriate species based on the frequency of tidal inundation, plantation activity can be achieved. The plantation will be started from the area closer to the low tide line where the regular inundation is assured. The plantation will be done using either potted seedlings or hypocotyls (or propagules).
   In addition, the result of the silvicultural research will be utilized to raise plantations in the higher ground area with diversified mangrove species and non-mangrove species.

4. The social fencing by the VSSs concerned will be prioritized, together with live fence introduction. If too much pressure occurs due to the surroundings, physical fencing using the iron wire will be provided.