Trends and process of Kithul tapping as an aspect of forest utilization (A case study on the village Warukandeniya situated within Sinharaja)

Kithul tapping, a traditional practice within Sinharaja Forest Reserve, persists as both an economic and cultural activity despite the decline of its primary income role due to the 1970s tea plantation boom. The study reveals that while modern technology has been integrated into kithul grove management, the process has deviated from traditional methods, leading to variations in associated cultural and social aspects. Ownership of kithul groves is often inherited, passed down through generations, highlighting its deep-rooted significance. The research employed participatory observation, interviews, questionnaires, and case studies to analyze these trends and their impact on the forest reserve.

Kumara, H. I. G. C., & Jayawardena, R. A. W. D. (2012). Trends and process of Kithul tapping as an aspect of forest utilization (A case study on the village Warukandeniya situated within Sinharaja). Proceedings of International Forestry and Environment Symposium, 12(0). https://doi.org/10.31357/fesympo.v12i0.404