Research in Indonesia is exploring how smallholders can increase rubber production, retain biodiversity and provide additional environmental benefits ("Trees for change" series No8)
Impacts of abstractions?
• Abstractions have two major geo-hydrological risks
• Boreholes running dry– What is expected drawdown of groundwater as a result of the proposed abstractions
The fruit tree nursery accreditation scheme implemented by the Philippine Department of Agriculture (DA) has been promoted to enhance the supply of high quality fruit tree planting materials and reduce the number of dubious seedling market players.
A programme to domesticate West and Central Africa’s wild fruit trees is raising incomes, improving health and stimulating the rural economy. ("Trees for change" series No4)