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📚 From the CIFOR-ICRAF library | Dietary transitions in Indonesia: the case of urban, rural, and forested areas This study reveals a major dietary shift across urban, rural, and forested areas, with rising consumption of processed foods, sugar-sweetened drinks, and wheat—while traditional, locally sourced foods decline. Urban areas and high tree cover loss regions show the fastest shift, with decreasing dietary diversity and increased reliance on ultra-processed foods. As diets modernize, policies must balance convenience with health and sustainability. 📖 Read the full publication: 🔗 https://bit.ly/4aD4KVc

🌿 Remembering Dr. Kuswata Kartawinata (1936–2024) 🌿 CIFOR-ICRAF honors the life and legacy of Dr. Kuswata Kartawinata, a distinguished Indonesian botanist and ecologist who dedicated his career to understanding and protecting tropical biodiversity. Fondly known as “Pak Kus,” he played a key role in CIFOR’s work, particularly as the Director of the Bulungan Research Forest (1998–2003) in East Kalimantan. His pioneering research in forest ecology, plant taxonomy, and biodiversity conservation earned him international recognition, including Indonesia’s Karya Satya Medal. Beyond his scientific contributions, Dr. Kartawinata was a mentor and inspiration to many. His work will live on through the countless researchers, conservationists, and students he guided. 🔗: https://bit.ly/3EgYyWU Rest in peace, Pak Kus. 🕊️

How can smallholder farmers benefit from carbon finance while maintaining food security? This new brief highlights the untapped potential of fruit trees—such as mango and avocado—in carbon sequestration. 💡Key insights: ✅ Fruit trees play a significant role in on-farm carbon storage, yet their potential remains underutilized. ✅ New allometric equations provide a simple way for farmers to estimate carbon in their trees, helping them negotiate fair carbon payments. ✅ By integrating fruit trees into carbon projects, we can scale up agroforestry while safeguarding food security and livelihoods. 🌱 With the right tools, farmers can benefit from carbon markets without compromising their land or food production. 📖 Read/download a copy: https://lnkd.in/dV63-enh Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) | Catherine Muthuri | Shem Kuyah | Caroline Njoki | Denis Wakaba |

Are you a professional in forestry, agriculture, or policymaking? Or a student passionate about addressing climate challenges? The Resilience for Mediterranean Landscapes course equips you with tools and insights to: ℹ️ Understand and tackle climate impacts. 📚 Learn practical solutions for forestry and agriculture resilience. 🌍 Engage with experts and real-world case studies from Spain, Italy, and beyond. Join this FREE, online course to enhance your knowledge and connect with a global community. Learn more and enroll today 👉: https://bit.ly/3EiHiR5 ResAlliance

Dendroecology: planting trees for a resilient future Restoration efforts often focus on a limited number of exotic tree species, neglecting the rich diversity of indigenous trees. CIFOR-ICRAF scientist Aster Gebrekirstos highlights the impact of this approach on biodiversity and explains how dendroecology research helps create resilient ecosystems by studying and promoting native species. 🔗: https://bit.ly/4aD2SeZ #TreesPeoplePlanet

2 February is World Wetlands Day! Did you know that wetlands are among the planet’s most diverse and productive ecosystems? They provide essential services such as: 💧 Freshwater supply 🌱 Biodiversity support (home to 40% of plant and animal species) 🌊 Flood control and climate change mitigation However, wetlands are disappearing three times faster than forests, with 64% lost since the last century. This decline threatens critical benefits—such as clean water, food security, and climate resilience. We need collective action to protect and restore wetlands, ensuring a sustainable future for people, biodiversity, and the planet. 🔗: https://bit.ly/3qpJDje #WorldWetlandsDay #WetlandsMatter

📚 New insights on community-based biodiversity monitoring. This publication features lessons from 15 countries and case studies on coexistence, sustainable hunting, zoonotic disease alerts, and more. Get a copy: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ezj5HMHE FAO | CIRAD | Wildlife Conservation Society | European Union | #SWMProgramme

How do hunting patterns shape Africa’s tropical forests? Using data from CIFOR-ICRAF’s WILDMEAT Database (https://bit.ly/4jJb8yu), researchers have revealed alarming shifts toward commercial hunting and its impact on biodiversity—emphasizing the urgent need for long-term monitoring and sustainable management. Read more about this groundbreaking study:🔗 https://bit.ly/4aijvN3 Accurate and up-to-date data is essential to inform policies and practices that protect our natural world. CIFOR-ICRAF's WILDMEAT Database enables studies like this one that compare wildlife resources and hunting patterns across different regions of Africa. #TreesPeoplePlanet

📣 Out Now | 2024 Year-End Issue of the Cacaomustahan Newsletter 🇵🇭 This issue highlights the launch of the first-of-its-kind Sustainable Cacao Roadmap for Davao de Oro 2025–2030 and the results of Davao’s Regional Cacao Quality Awards. 📖 Read the full issue here: ↪️ https://bit.ly/42x5464 Cacaomustahan is the official news bulletin of the SFITAL Project in the Philippines, a five-year regional initiative funded by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). The project promotes sustainable value chains for cacao and oil palm. Mars | Rainforest Alliance | #TreesPeoplePlanet

Progress is on track in the Sahel and Horn of Africa. The European Commission-funded Knowledge for Great Green Wall Action (K4GGWA) program, led by CIFOR-ICRAF and FAO, is bringing stakeholders across Great Green Wall countries together to build resilient landscapes. In Senegal, a new presidential decree is boosting national coalition efforts. Recently, the CIFOR-ICRAF K4GGWA team hosted a Pan-African working group with representatives from Senegal, Djibouti, Nigeria, Sudan, Chad, Burkina Faso, and Niger. The team explored how multi-stakeholder collaboration can strengthen the vision of the Great Green Wall. Learn more about this work: ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dRcnJ59k 🎥 Video by Oliver Gardiner Mieke Bourne | Mawa Karambiri | Ibrahim T. | Ilse Hennemann| Agence Panafricaine de la Grande Muraille Verte | Great Green Wall | Agence sénégalaise de la Reforestation et de la Grande Muraille verte | Agence Nationale de la Grande Muraille Verte - Tchad | National Agency for the Great Green Wall (NAGGW) Nigeria. #GreatGreenWall #K4GGWA #TreesPeoplePlanet