Forests News
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Progress in agroecology: Tales from the frontiers of transition
As the benefits of agroecological transition become apparent across the planet, organizations leading the charge are reflecting on progress so…
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Sweet returns: How cacao and oil palm farmers in Southeast Asia are reshaping their landscapes
In the village of Mappadeceng in Sulawesi, Indonesia, farmers Kasum and Sulastri grow cacao for export – their beans eventually…
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What does co-creation *really* mean for agroecological transitions?
Co-creation is one of those terms that feels straightforward, intuitive and easy to get behind—until you actually try to do…
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Connecting cutting-edge research with policy and practice for forests and communities
Beyond their importance for climate and environmental solutions, forests and forested landscapes are central to the daily lives of billions…
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Why family farming matters beyond food production—and how we can help
“Family farmers are not just food producers: we are knowledge producers and solution providers,” said Filipino farmer and agroecology advocate…
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Feathers, forever? On birds, beauty and biodiversity in Papua New Guinea
The colourful plumage of Papua New Guinea’s birdlife exerts an enduring allure — for birds, people and collectors alike. Feathers have long served…
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Land degradation could cost us the Earth
Land degradation, when land becomes less healthy and productive due to human activities, natural conditions or a combination of the…
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From the ground up: Farmer-managed natural regeneration revives degraded lands in Africa
When Tony Rinaudo first attempted to restore land through tree planting in Niger over four decades ago, his initial attempts…
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Keeping track of nature in a fast-growing nation
As the sun rises on the banks of a river in Guyana’s Rupununi, a community member collects a sample of…
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Seedballs: A simple innovation helping farmers face climate extremes
In the semi-arid plains of Northern Cameroon, every seed sown is a wager against the weather. Erratic rains, depleted soils…
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From Belém to the world: Could Brazil’s ‘mutirão’ reshape climate action at COP30?
If there’s one word Brazil wants the world to learn before the UNFCCC COP30 in Belém do Pará, taking place…
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Building resilience through innovations in northern Cameroon
When late rains, sudden floods and unexpected dry spells after sowing threatened her groundnut harvest – and with it her…
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How can better mapping of burned areas help tackle Southeast Asia’s wildfire crisis?
Over recent decades, the Southeast Asian region has faced persistent challenges from large-scale vegetation and peatland fires. These events have…
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Prioritizing options for women’s empowerment and resilience in Malawi’s food tree value chains
Women’s empowerment in Malawi is central to food security and economic stability. Across the country, women are responsible for much…
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‘There are plenty of wheels’: Metrics to measure agroecology’s performance
On 17 December 2024, the Transformative Partnership Platform on Agroecology (AE-TPP) held its third online dialogue on Measuring What Matters.…
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