Advanced Research in Economics and Business Strategy Journal
Volume 7, Numéro 1, Pages 205-218
2026-06-30

Economic Efficiency Analysis Of Community-based Forest Management In Northern Benin: A Stochastic Frontier Approach



Authors : Bio Timperegou Boni Germain . Yabi Afouda Jacob .

Abstract

This study analyzes the economic efficiency of community-based forest management (CBFM) in northern Benin, focusing on the Tchaourou–Toui–Kilibo classified forest. Using data from 140 rural households, both participants and non-participants, a Cobb–Douglas stochastic production frontier model was estimated. The results show that households involved in CBFM achieve significantly higher technical efficiency and income levels than non-participants. The average efficiency score is 0.74, indicating that production could increase by about 26% without additional inputs. Participation in co-management, education, and access to training significantly reduce inefficiency, emphasizing the role of institutional and human capital factors. However, the findings should be interpreted with caution due to the cross-sectional nature of the data. This study contributes to the literature by providing empirical evidence on the impact of participatory forest management in Benin and offers relevant policy insights for improving economic performance and sustainable resource management.

Keywords

Community-based forest management ; economic efficiency ; stochastic production frontier ; rural households ; forest resources

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