The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) provides $20 billion to support USDA's conservation programs focusing on climate-related benefits and agricultural resilience. It allocates funds for programs like the Environmental Quality Incentives Program, Agricultural Conservation Easement Program, Regional Con

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The Askari Wilderness Conservation Programme's August 2023 newsletter highlights the team's encounters with endangered wild dogs, upgrades to the conservation area including the building of a waterhole, unique wildlife sightings like a giraffe eating bones, and observations of Matabele ants. Volunte

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Tamil Nadu Forest Uniformed Service Recruitment Committee (TNFUSRC)\nThe Tamil Nadu Forest Uniformed Services Recruitment Committee (TNFUSRC) is an organization responsible for recruiting candidates for various uniformed services positions within the Tamil Nadu Forest Department.\nSelection process

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The California Forest Improvement Program (CFIP) aims to promote investments in forestlands to ensure timber supplies, employment, and economic benefits while enhancing the forest resource. Funding sources, program objectives, eligibility requirements, and reimbursement details are covered in the pr

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Methods to reduce soil erosion and promote soil conservation include terracing, contour planting, strip cropping with cover crops, alley cropping, agroforestry, windbreaks, and conservation tillage practices such as no-till and minimum tillage. These methods help in minimizing soil erosion hotspots

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Explore sustainable forest management theories, inventory methods, yield regulation approaches, and project planning for effective decision-making in forest resource management. Delve into the principles of forest management, land classification, growth projection, yield prediction, and sustainable

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The Council Conservation Committee Distinguished Conservation Service Award is a prestigious recognition in scouting, involving projects, workbook completion, and assessment by a Council Board of Review. Councils must establish their own policies for administering the award. Scouts recognized with a

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This module explores basic terminology in conservation project planning, focusing on key concepts like project, intervention, and community project. It delves into understanding the steps involved in planning for conservation projects, with a special emphasis on terminology and definitions essential

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Maasai Mara faces threats from human encroachment, prompting conservation efforts. This study explores online eco-linguistic strategies for engaging the public in conservation activities. The importance of language in online communication to achieve ecological harmony is highlighted, emphasizing eco

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Explore the dynamics of marine conservation governance in Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia, with a focus on Sasi practices and the preliminary findings in the West Misool and South Misool districts. Discover the potential resources in Raja Ampat and the various types of marine conservation areas in

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This module outlines a comprehensive framework for developing national forest monitoring systems for REDD+ initiatives. It covers key components such as satellite land monitoring, national forest inventories, greenhouse gas reporting, emission factors, and integrated monitoring systems focusing on c

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This research delves into the intricate relationship between gender and conservation efforts, emphasizing the impact of gender roles on biodiversity loss. It discusses gender essentialism, global gender perspectives in conservation, and presents case studies on Payment for Ecological Services (PES)

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The Nature Conservancy plays a vital role in monitoring and managing conservation easement lands in Orange County, ensuring the protection of conservation values and natural resources. Through the Irvine Ranch Conservation Easements, they uphold specific permitted and prohibited activities while tai

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Sherwood Forest, once a royal hunting reserve in the 10th Century, is renowned for its association with the legendary figure Robin Hood. The forest provided cover for both hunting and outlaws, eventually becoming a nature reserve attracting millions of visitors annually. Despite its reduced size fro

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Forest resources in Finland consist of various types of land, with forest land being the most dominant at 67%. Pine and spruce are the most common tree species, making up 80% of the total volume. Private forest owners own a significant portion of forest land at 60%. The growth of Finnish forests is

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India's forest resources face challenges due to degradation, impacting the economy and environment. The country produces a range of forest products, with forestry contributing to GDP. However, unsustainable practices such as excessive fuelwood consumption pose threats. Non-wood forest products are s

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Established in 1989, Rhino Ark Charitable Trust focuses on sustainable solutions for mountain forest ecosystems and biodiversity conservation through public-private partnerships. With a key emphasis on water towers like Aberdare Range and Mt. Kenya, they aim to mitigate human-wildlife conflicts and

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Nolde Forest State Park, established by hosiery baron Jacob Nolde in the early 1900s, is a lush coniferous forest now dedicated to environmental education. The park faces threats to biodiversity such as natural disasters, invasive species, and human activity. Hurricane Sandy's impact in 2012 and the

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Sustainable forest management practices focused on conservation and enhancement of forest carbon stocks, reduction of deforestation and degradation, rural electrification, and improvement of forest management unit plans. Initiatives include assessment of forest resources, capacity building for field

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This unit introduces basic terms related to energy, efficiency, and conservation, covering topics such as Efficiency and Conservation Energy, First and Second Law of Thermodynamics, and various heat transfer mechanisms. It emphasizes responsible energy use, focusing on efficiency, conservation, and

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Białowieża Forest, the largest natural forest complex in the Central European Lowlands, is a treasure trove of diverse forest communities and abundant wildlife. Protected since ancient times, it faces threats like the European spruce bark beetle. Ecologists advocate for forest conservation to pres

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Lao PDR's forestry sector faces key challenges, with forests serving crucial roles in water resource protection, biodiversity conservation, and economic development. The country's forest management categorizes forests for protection, conservation, and production purposes. The forest cover and land u

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Explore the collaborative deer management outreach initiative focused on maintaining healthy forests by addressing the impact of white-tailed deer on forest regeneration. Learn about the factors influencing forest health, predicted regeneration of tree species, and survey results on forest regenerat

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Explore the 17-year conservation journey of Diaz Farm in Stephenson County, Illinois, led by Dan Diaz, focusing on sustainable land management practices and the use of Resource Stewardship Evaluation Tool for conservation planning. The farm's history, conservation engagement with various organizatio

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Vietnamese government nationalized agricultural and forest land in the 1950s, impacting ethnic minority groups. Despite attempts to reform state-owned forest enterprises, conflicts over forest land persist. This study examines policies, processes, and conflicts in three provinces to offer recommenda

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REDD+ stands for Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and forest Degradation, encompassing activities to enhance carbon stocks, conservation, and sustainable forest management. Forest governance plays a crucial role in reducing risks related to land use change, illegal logging, and forest degradati

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The management of forest pests and diseases in Africa is crucial to safeguard the continent's forests, international trade, and forest products. This presentation provides insights into the occurrence, distribution, economic impacts, and regional cooperation for managing forest pests. Major pests an

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Jerome Smith is the Principal Director of Forest Operations in Jamaica, focusing on environmental policies and sustainable forest management. He has spearheaded various programs, including the EU-supported initiative to address climate change challenges through improved forest management in Jamaica.

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Explore the purpose of conservation and learn how to plan and execute conservation projects using local, regional, and national resources. Discover the legacy of the ArrowCorps service project and understand the difference between conservation and preservation. Identify conservation issues and resou

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The 2018 Farm Bill presents a battleground where conservation, environmental protection, and agricultural interests collide. Key issues include changes in the Clean Water Act, pesticide use, CAFO operations, NEPA requirements, and potential impacts on conservation programs like the Conservation Stew

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Understand forest use taxation, tax deferral benefits, tree growing practices, harvesting methods, and managing marketable tree species. Learn about property tax deferral programs, conservation management options, and how to navigate forest management requirements in Multnomah Co., Oregon.

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Stochastic dynamic programming with Markov chains is used for optimal control of the forest sector, focusing on continuous cover forestry. This approach optimizes forest industry production, harvest levels, and logistic solutions based on market conditions. The method involves solving quadratic prog

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The study assesses forest cover loss in terrestrial protected areas of the Philippines, analyzing the extent and rate of deforestation using Hansen's Global Forest Cover Change datasets. The research aims to understand the drivers of deforestation in protected areas, comparing forest loss in the ent

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Explore the Belize Debt for Nature Swap initiative, a groundbreaking approach to addressing tropical forest degradation by alleviating external debt. The program involves agreements between government agencies and conservation organizations to protect, manage, and restore Belize's tropical forests w

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Earthworm biomass dominance by Lumbricus terrestris in the Siemianice Experimental Forest is linked to their high calcium requirements, as indicated by their calciferous glands producing calcium carbonate to regulate blood pH in the face of high soil CO2 levels. The positive relationship between for

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The Global Environment Facility (GEF) focuses on financing forest projects to address climate change, biodiversity conservation, and land degradation. With a history of investing in forests since 1991, GEF has created programs like GEF-5 SFM/REDD-plus to generate multiple environmental and social be

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The Plenary Session III on Forest, Soils, and Runoff showcased insights from prominent figures such as Roland Quitugua, President of the Northern Soil and Water Conservation District, Joseph Mafnas, Chief of Forestry and Soil Resources at the Department of Agriculture, and Felix Benevante, Deputy Di

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Ecosystem functioning relies on energy, water, and carbon fluxes regulated by vegetation and soil properties. This study focuses on monitoring forest cover disturbances before, during, and after natural hazards using meteorological satellites. It involves analyzing land surface temperature, evapotra

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Micro Planning is a community-based process empowering forest-dependent communities to create a roadmap for sustainable development. Joint Forest Management Committees and other bodies organize the preparation of ten-year development plans prioritizing activities for enhanced livelihoods. The proces

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Exploring traditional forest knowledge and its importance to culture, livelihoods, and conservation efforts. The IUFRO Task Force focuses on preserving traditional knowledge, addressing threats, and identifying opportunities for collaboration with modern forest science. Unique features include susta

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