Farming Degrades Land; Farming Can Also Bring It Back
Agroforestry—the practice of growing trees intermixed with crops or livestock—can fight erosion and restore nutrients.
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January 10, 2020
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25-year Extension Granted to Community Forest Concession in Petén, Guatemala
The government of Guatemala, through the Honorable National Council of Protected Areas (CONAP), has granted a 25-year extension to the community-managed forestry concession of Carmelita.
Harnessing Digital Technology for Better Farming
Our digital innovation programs use mobile technology to deliver data-driven coaching to farmers.... Continue Reading
Rainforest Alliance certification recognized by The Tokyo 2020 Organizing Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games
The Rainforest Alliance has been selected as one of the preferred certification partners by the Tokyo 2020 Organizing Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
The Need For Due Diligence Legislation
In the past 30 years the voluntary approach to sustainability has seen an increase in more sustainable practices being adopted by producers, traders, companies and governments. The work of the Rainforest Alliance is based on the voluntary commitment to sustainability of our partners throughout the supply chain. However, voluntary measures alone are not enough to […]
How Does the Rainforest Alliance Work with the Forest Stewardship Council?
The Rainforest Alliance is one of the founders of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), the premier sustainable forestry standard-setting body.... Continue Reading