CIFOR-ICRAF

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What is conservation finance? How does it work? And why is it important? Test your knowledge ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dSRJWpHy #ForestsMatter

How does moonlight affect tropical mammals? New research shows that even under dense forest canopies, moon phases influence wildlife behavior. 🌙 30% of species avoid full moonlight 🌙 20% are drawn to it 🌙 Rodents are more likely to avoid moonlight Read the full study:🔗 bit.ly/3FpXoJb #ForestsMatter

Forests are essential to #climate stability, biodiversity, and livelihoods—but they’re under growing threat. On April 24, join #GLFForests 2025 online for FREE to connect with global experts, Indigenous leaders, policymakers, and innovators. Gain insights, share solutions, and help define the next decade of #forest action. 🚀 This is more than a conference—it’s a call to action. 🔗 Register now: bit.ly/GLFForests2025 #ForestsMatter

📣Now out |📚 The Coalition of Action 4 Soil Health (CA4SH) has released its 2024 Annual Report, highlighting a year of progress, partnerships, and impact. Key milestones from 2024 include: ✅ Expanding the coalition from 159 to 258 global partners ✅ Launching #Youth4Soil, including a mentorship program and youth working group ✅ Strengthening soil health integration in global climate and food systems policies ✅ Advancing equitable access to soil health data across Africa Looking ahead to 2025, efforts will focus on expanding geographic reach, establishing regional hubs, and strengthening policies, finance, and science to support soil stewards. Download the full report 📥: https://lnkd.in/dKKMUWG7 #CA4SH

CIFOR-ICRAF led the launch of the Laikipia County Environment Action Plan (2025-2029)—an important roadmap for addressing environmental challenges and mobilizing resources for climate action. Developed under the 2016-2022 NEMA guidelines, the plan lays out strategies for financing and implementing environmental initiatives across the county. “We have worked hard to develop this plan, and now we must secure the resources to implement it,” said Leah Njeri, CECM Laikipia, highlighting the role of knowledge gained through CIFOR-ICRAF’s resource mobilization training. The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) recognized CIFOR-ICRAF’s contribution to establishing a modern nursery in one of its barracks, emphasizing the shared responsibility of restoring landscapes and meeting Kenya’s 15-billion tree goal. Governor Joshua Irungu called for action: “We must protect our natural beauty while helping communities harness resources. This is more than a plan—it is a movement for environmental responsibility and resilience.” Financial partners, Absa Bank and UNISON Sacco, were also in attendance to explore funding opportunities that will drive impactful environmental action in the county. #UKPACT | Catherine Muthuri | Denis Wakaba | Robina Bosibori Abuya |

🎬 EcoCinema for Impact: Where Knowledge Meets Creativity This evening, CIFOR-ICRAF Nairobi, in partnership with the British Columbia Environmental Film Festival Society, hosted a special film screening and discussion on the role of film and storytelling in tackling environmental challenges. From the deep connection between Indigenous communities and salmon to Senegal’s fight against plastic pollution, Canada’s last roadless old-growth forests, and Sierra Leone’s innovative solutions to extreme heat—the films took us on a journey across the world, highlighting urgent environmental issues and the people working to solve them. The evening wrapped up with conversations and networking, bringing together filmmakers, policymakers, and environmental advocates to exchange ideas and inspire action. As our CEO, Eliane Ubalijoro, said: "Film has the unique ability to transcend borders, connect us to the realities of our planet, and inspire action in ways that facts and figures alone cannot." A huge thank you to everyone who joined us. Pezhman Hadavi | Jennifer Jackson| Michael Dougherty | Bruce Scott |

How much funding is flowing into Central Africa’s forestry and environmental sectors? A new update to the 2019 Observatory for Forests of Central Africa (OFAC) study maps the latest international financial flows, building on previous research from 2008–2017. Despite growing global commitments, Central Africa received just 11% of forestry and environmental official development assistance (FEODA) to tropical regions—a mere USD 2 billion out of USD 15 billion. With revised nationally determined contributions (NDCs) now in place, COMIFAC countries have fresh opportunities to secure funding. What has changed since the last analysis? Read the report here: 🔗https://lnkd.in/dzgVdTjZ Richard Eba'a Atyi | Richard Sufo Kankeu | Ibrahim Favada | European Commission |

💥 Hot off the Press! The Coalition of Action 4 Soil Health (CA4SH) Annual Report 2024 is ready for dissemination! Read all about it here: 👉 https://lnkd.in/dhFgnudx Thank you to the amazing partners for realizing the goals of the Coalition and making 2024 such an overwhelming success. I am truly honored to be part of this amazing Coalition to ensure #SoilHealth is on the global and local agenda. A special thank you to the inspiring forewards written by: Eliane Ubalijoro CIFOR-ICRAF John Mundy One Acre Fund Henk van Duijn 万代英 International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) Genna Tesdall YPARD I am so inspired by the amazing #Youth4Soil team! Read their testimonials! Clemence Mnyika Chidinma Ezeh #SamuelBamidele #JoyceWambuiNjuguna Lokesh Goud Dabbi Sally Chanda Mfula Daniel Chavo Kisekka Eliseus Bamporineza Looking forward to another inspiring year together! Check out the Coalition of Action 4 Soil Health Website: 👉 https://lnkd.in/dyVmsYk5 Link to download the full version of the report: 👉 https://lnkd.in/ddeCAdWr UN Convention to Combat Desertification Emerging ag inc. AFS Forum World Food Prize Foundation World Food Forum IAAS (International Association of Students in Agricultural and Related Sciences) International Fertilizer Association (IFA) World Economic Forum WBCSD – World Business Council for Sustainable Development British Society of Soil Science BAIF Development Research Foundation SLU Global Varda - Foundation UN Food Systems Coordination Hub Agroecology Coalition Land and Health Association betterSoil for a better world Eastern Africa Farmers Federation (EAFF) Green youth Force IUSS - International Union of Soil Sciences Sieglinde Snapp #COPSoil #CA4SHReport2024 #Soil

For generations, Zambia’s Miombo woodlands have provided communities with a seasonal treasure—wild mushrooms. Now, thanks to the #Z4ABC project, these forest fungi are not only an important food source but also a source of livelihoods. Through capacity-building efforts, communities in Muchinga Province are learning to cultivate, process, and market mushrooms sustainably—tapping into new economic opportunities while preserving their forests. A forthcoming documentary, Nature’s Pantry: Mushrooms of the Zambian Miombo, captures this journey. In collaboration with PlanetFungi photographers Catherine Marciniak and Steve. Axford, the CIFOR-ICRAF team is bringing the story of Zambia’s mushrooms to the world. Co-funded by the European Commission's DeSIRA initiative and Finnish partners, the Z4ABC project is weaving together biodiversity, food security and economic empowerment— from the forest floor to international markets. Read the full story: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/drSVnunj #ForestsMatter | Natural Resources Institute Finland / Luonnonvarakeskus | University of Helsinki | Häme University of Applied Sciences, HAMK |