Traditional livelihood risks and adaptation within a conservation context: Insights from two national parks in China

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Comparative study reveals variations in livelihood risks for herders and tea farmers, suggesting integrated management approaches.

Herders face significant policy risks, influenced by eco-compensation, impacting their livelihoods and ecology.
Tea farmers are more susceptible to market and health risks, affecting tea production income, stemming from lack of processing facilities.
Traditional practices result in inertia among rural communities, but perceptions of livelihood risks differ between herders and tea farmers.
Conservation management must align traditional livelihoods with ecological goals to foster sustainable rural development.

He et al. (2025) studied this question.

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