Done right, the Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD+) scheme can bring benefits to developing countries. But, according to Dr. Cheikh Mbow, poorly implemented REDD+ initiatives could negatively impact the very communities…
We need a sophisticated understanding of how socio-ecological systems interact with markets, policies and cultural norms before we can identify potential improvements to agroforestry systems that have provided livelihoods for farmers for many centuri…
For robust and widespread uptake of tree cultivation, smallholders need sufficient quantities of high-quality planting material, at prices they can afford. The question is, though, can small-scale rural nurseries adequately meet this need? World Agrofo…
Agroforestry is transforming the lives of rural communities, but it can only achieve its full potential if farmers can access high-quality tree seeds and seedlings. According to Ramni Jamnadass from the World Agroforestry Centre, what farmers need is a…
How effective are the numerous scientific models, strategies and policies aimed at gearing agriculture to meet the challenges.
