Table 1 Factors affecting households’ decisions on mangrove management (n = 40)
Factor considered | Very important (%) | Important (%) | Slightly important (%) | Not important (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Income from farming operations | 92.5 | 7.5 | 0 | 0 |
Uncomplicated management of operations | 82.5 | 15.0 | 2.5 | 0 |
Market access for harvested products | 72.5 | 15.0 | 7.5 | 5.0 |
Flexibility with management systema | 45.0 | 20.0 | 15.0 | 20.0 |