CIFOR-ICRAF

🌳🥗 What do forests have to do with food? From parkia seeds to baobab leaves, forests have long been home to nutritious ingredients that support food security and health in many communities. CIFOR-ICRAF scientists explored how people across Burkina Faso, Zambia, Uganda, Ethiopia, and Cameroon use forest foods — revealing not only unique recipes but also important links between forests, landscapes, and nutrition. Watch the video to learn more. #ForestsMatter #ForestDay #ForestsAndFood

We are hiring! We are on the search for the perfect programme manager for Regreening Africa! This role will coordinate and manage a large, ambitious, results-oriented, multi-institutional programme, that is in its second phase, across seven countries in the Sahel and Horn of Africa. This is a programme that achieved significant successes in its first phase, including being recognised as a UN Decade Flagship for Ecosystem Restoration and building strong partnership across research and development. The programme has been designed to learn quickly and effectively, to have impact and to create a space for constant learning and reflection across partners and stakeholders. The Programme Manager will be collaborative, innovative, intelligent, energetic, ambitious and comfortable managing and facilitating complex and adaptive projects. Applications close 4th of April and you can find more details and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gszAXgjQ

🌳 Cool forests: Nature’s air conditioning system The world surpassed the 1.5°C global warming threshold in 2024, intensifying the urgency to protect the ecosystems that regulate our climate. In this analysis, CIFOR-ICRAF’s Robert Nasi highlights how forests and trees are critical allies in the fight against climate change — cooling cities by up to 8°C, absorbing 7.6 billion tonnes of CO2 annually, and reducing the risks of extreme heat and drought. But deforestation is dismantling this natural defense system. Between 2000 and 2023, we lost more than 130 million hectares of tropical forests, with some deforested areas experiencing temperature spikes of up to 4°C. Read the full article:🔗 https://bit.ly/4hi7MQA #ForestsMatter #ForestDay

📢 Happening Today | 🗓️ March 19 | 10:30 AM EST Join us for a #CSW69 Parallel Event as experts explore what works to advance women’s land and resource rights. 🎙️ Speakers include: 💠 Anne Larson - CIFOR-ICRAF 💠Beth Roberts - Landesa 💠Eva Maria Anyango Okoth - International Land Coalition 💠Esther Wanjiku Mwaura Muiru - Stand for Her Land 💠Naomi Shadrack - Oxfam 💠Karen Elizabeth Bernard - UN Convention to Combat Desertification 🖥️ Join online: 👉 https://lnkd.in/dyf49UBz #HerLand

🌳 Forests and Food – Celebrating the Role of Forests in Food Systems Join us on 21st March for a special hybrid event hosted by FAO as part of the International Day of Forests celebrations. The event will explore how forests contribute to food security, nutrition, and livelihoods globally. CIFOR-ICRAF's Robert Nasi will be among the expert speakers, highlighting the essential role of forests in sustainable food systems. This event also marks FAO’s 80th anniversary, showcasing global actions and best practices for a sustainable, inclusive, and resilient food future. 🗓️ 21 March 2025 | 14:00–16:00 CET 📍 FAO HQ, Rome + Online Learn more🔗: https://bit.ly/3FzK0SJ #ForestDay #FAO80 #ForestsMatter

🌳 Forests and Food: Why trees matter for food security March 21 is the International Day of Forests, and this year’s theme is “Forests and Food.” Did you know forests are essential to global food security? They provide nutritious food, support pollinators, enrich soils, and build climate-resilient ecosystems that feed people and sustain livelihoods. Swipe to learn why trees matter for food security>>> 🔗: https://lnkd.in/djGyzyqg #InternationalDayOfForests #ForestsAndFood #ForestsMatter

Reflecting on UNCCD COP16. From desertification to drought resilience, #COP16Riyadh was a milestone in tackling land degradation. CIFOR-ICRAF contributed to over 50+ sessions, advancing the conversation on sustainable land management, soil health, gender inclusion, and more. Key highlights: ✔️ $12B+ pledged for land restoration ✔️ Launch of the Riyadh Global Drought Resilience Partnership ✔️ Recognition of Indigenous Peoples & local communities ✔️ Strengthening science-policy interface ✔️ Focus on rangeland restoration & drought resilience Read more on the road from Riyadh to Mongolia: ➡️https://lnkd.in/d2ikQEhX #TreesPeoplePlanet

Globally, millions of people depend on tree products – from nutritious fruits and nuts to timber, fuel, medicine, and fodder – for food, income, and survival. Trees help mitigate climate change, protect biodiversity, safeguard watersheds, and enhance soil health. Yet, 30% of the world’s tree species are now at risk due to deforestation, invasive pests, diseases, and climate change. As humanity loses tree resources, we lose vital tools to address the interconnected crises of climate, biodiversity, and food security. From the Bonn Challenge to the African Great Green Wall, forest restoration and tree planting efforts are growing fast. Yet, many saplings still fail to thrive, especially under unpredictable weather and environmental stress. This is why investments must be grounded in science and the development of strong tree seed systems. The urgent need to conserve and use trees has never been greater. Read more🔗: https://bit.ly/3ue1RJq #InternationalDayOfForests #ForestsDay

An estimated 65% of Africa's productive land is degraded — reducing agricultural productivity, increasing food insecurity, and weakening community resilience to climate change. The second phase of the Regreening Africa programme is now underway, scaling sustainable land management practices and strengthening policies to drive restoration in Ghana, Somalia, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Mali, Senegal, and Niger. Environmental experts, donors, and policymakers gathered in Tamale, Ghana to outline a roadmap for restoring degraded landscapes and enhancing food security. The programme will empower communities through agroforestry, tree planting, sustainable grazing, and farmer-managed natural regeneration (FMNR). Funded by the European Union (EU), the initiative is implemented by CIFOR-ICRAF in collaboration with World Vision, Catholic Relief Services, CARE, Sahel Eco, and AVSF - Agrónomos y Veterinarios Sin Fronteras. The first phase (2017–2023) supported over 600,000 households and restored nearly 1 million hectares of land — this next phase aims to scale that success even further. Read the full press release: 👉 https://lnkd.in/d3kjKzwj #RegreenAfrica #TreesPeoplePlanet

🖥️ i-Mangrove: Indonesia’s Mangrove Restoration Hub i-Mangrove maps loss, restoration opportunities & coastal data to support climate action. Built on Google Earth Engine, it helps monitor and plan projects effectively. Learn more:↪️ https://t.co/1A3aAs5a9u #TreesPeoplePlanet