Profitability of teak plantations in the Dormaa district of the Brong Ahafo region of Ghana

Dwindling forests in the world have led many to show interests in tree plantation development especially teak both as an investment potential and natural resource conservation. We discuss the profitability of teak plantations in the Dormaa District of the Brong Ahafo region of Ghana using the net present values, benefit-cost ratios, the financial rate of returns and sensitivity analysis. This paper adds to the virtually non-existent data on the cost and expense structure and return on investments of teak plantations in the district; a valuable information for would investors. Teak plantation in the district is a profitable investment.