The rainforest is overflowing with natural resources such as oils, fruits, timber and nuts. These resources can be sustainably harvested, without compromising the land, the forest or its biodiversity. Responsible economic activity provides many benefits. For one, activity on the land thwarts illegal loggers and squatters, as they know the land is being monitored and there is a constant physical presence. Additionally, various types of activities create opportunity for local communities and indigenous peoples, creating a viable alternative to destruction via subsistence.