Termite is one of the major problems of forestry, specially in the tropics. Losses in the
forest nurseries and plantations due to termite damage can be substantial. Damage by
Coptotermes, Odontoternies, Microcerotermes, Microtermes and Macrotermes have been found to
be serious. This paper describes damages caused by these termites and suggests measures
for their management. Various alternative strategies for their management have also been
reviewed and discussed.