In Europe, many hazardous pesticides are banned from being applied to crops because of their harmful effects on humans and the environment. The European Union, however, does not prohibit the production and export of these pesticides. As a result, large volumes of these pesticides are being still shipped from Europe to countries outside of the […]
To support sustainable, regenerative farming, we call on farmers in our certification program to adopt Integrated Pest Management (IPM), which involves different cultural and biological practices to monitor and control pests, while minimizing the use of pesticides.
For all individuals, that crucial transition period between childhood dependence and adult independence has a cascading impact on their entire future—not only shaping the course of their lives, but also those of their families and the communities to which they belong. A successful youth transition produces an adult who has the knowledge, resources, and skills […]
The Rainforest Alliance welcomes the European Commission’s proposal for an EU directive on corporate sustainability due diligence (CSDDD). This is a pivotal step towards raising the bar for stronger corporate accountability on human rights and the environment as well as setting a level playing field for companies. However, there are opportunities for improvement to meet […]
Young people are critical to the Rainforest Alliance’s mission. Investing in the future of forests and communities means investing in the next generation of leaders, technicians, community members, and forest guardians. That’s why we’ve created a useful reference guide for sustainability experts who wish to develop youth-related projects in different regions around the world. This […]
This article published by the World Forestry Congress XV (Republic of Korea, 2022) summarizes the Rainforest Alliance’s work in the Maya Biosphere Reserve in Guatemala, our learnings, and our approach to scaling up community forestry. This paper aims to spark discussion about the guiding principles of integrated community forest management. The Rainforest Alliance invites partners […]