<P> The term natural resource management is frequently used when dealing with a particular resource for human use rather than managing the whole ecosystem . A main objective of natural resources management is the sustainability for future generations , which appoints ecosystem managers to balance natural resources exploitation and conservation over long - term timeframe . The balanced relationship of each resource in an ecosystem is subject to change at different spatial and temporal scales . Dimensions such as , watersheds , soils , flora and fauna , need to be considered individually and on a landscape level . A variety of natural resources are utilized for food , medicine , energy and shelter . </P>
in ecology what term is used to describe the wise management of natural resources
natural resource management