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In Peruvian Amazon, timber extraction in Brazil nut forests set to rise unless better regulated
In the Peruvian Amazon, uncontrolled timber extraction from concession forests destined primarily for the harvesting of Brazil nuts could overtake the amount extracted from logging concession areas, warns a new CIFOR study.
A year for forests: Annual Report 2011
The Center for International Forestry Research has released its annual report for 2011, highlighting its research and impact in relation to forests and climate change across the globe during the International Year of Forests.
Indonesia’s forest moratorium: halfway through, what has been achieved?
Indonesia should continue to improve forest governance in the second year of its moratorium on new forestry concessions if the ban is to have a significant impact, said senior CIFOR scientist Daniel Murdiyarso.
Sustainable development needs more than just green economy: Ecuador minister
Sustainable development in Ecuador should consider climate-change mitigation measures and capacity building of local communities in addition to a green economy, the Ecuador deputy environment minister told CIFOR.
New timber tracking tools to bolster global fight against illegal logging
A new strategy aimed at monitoring the supply chain of timber products using genetic and stable isotope markers will play a vital role in international efforts to combat illegal logging, say scientists, policy analysts and...
