Smallholder Farmers: The Heart of our Certification Program
Smallholders produce one-third of the world’s food, making them the quiet backbone of global agriculture—and a key piece of the sustainability puzzle. ... Continue Reading
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Smallholders produce one-third of the world’s food, making them the quiet backbone of global agriculture—and a key piece of the sustainability puzzle. ... Continue Reading

When one thinks of regenerative agriculture, 'no-till', or 'cover cropping' may come to mind. But regenerative agriculture is not only relevant to fields and soil-focused practices; it can be applied to almost every form of cultivation- including those in tropical areas.

The Selva Maya Tropical Timber Trade Mission 2024 report details a multi-stakeholder initiative aimed at promoting the international trade of sustainably sourced tropical timber from forest communities in Mexico and Guatemala. Building on the 2023 mission, the 2024 edition deepened collaboration between community forest enterprises, timber traders, NGOs, and government bodies. It highlights key activities, […]

Which foods will climate change wipe out first? Your favorites.... Continue Reading

The iconic tropical forests of Cameroon’s Western Highlands and South Region are disappearing. To combat this, we set our sights on three interconnected solutions: community-led landscape management, sustainable agriculture and local business, and strengthened rights for women and youth.... Continue Reading

The Sustainable Farming in Tropical Asian Landscapes (SFITAL) project aims to link small-scale producers to global supply chains in an environmentally sustainable, economically viable, and socially responsible manner.... Continue Reading