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Important actor in the distribution and production chain of Brazil Nut, while there are products in the world that require and use (spend) inputs for their production, the Brazil Nut chain is based on the natural balance between flora and fauna, in addition to providing vital ecosystem services for the Amazon. It should be noted that only 30% of the real potential of Brazil Nut in forests is exploited due to the lack of demand in international markets. A product with: High Nutritional Value High carbon footprint and water footprint capture. Principal actor in ecosystem functions, (flying rivers and main chain of ecosystems).

This #WorldOceansDay, I want to reflect on how our business is taking action, investing in the blue economy and thinking long-term to improve ocean health. The Peruvian anchoveta may be small, but its vast shoals have massive collective impact on ocean and human welfare throughout Chile and Peru, contributing to biodiversity beneath the waves and feeding communities on shore. Yet if a species this critical is destabilized, the knock-on effect can be detrimental – for oceans and communities alike.     Together with WWF and Finance Earth, last year we launched the Fisheries Improvement Fund (FIF). This initiative aims to drive improvement in environmental and social practices in the fishing industry, whilst also helping to promote biodiversity and protect endangered species. In the same year, at the Global Seafood Expo in Barcelona, we announced our commitment of $1 million in funding for Fishery improvement Projects (FIPs), to be invested over the next five years to improve management and operations of specific fisheries. The first FIP was launched in Chile earlier this year with the aim of improving management and stock health of multiple small pelagic species in the region – particularly of the Peruvian anchoveta. Partnerships are crucial to ensure progress on complex problems, which is why I urge you all this #WorldOceansDay to think long term and collaborate. Through partnerships and joint effort, we can restore and sustain our vital marine ecosystems - and shape a better future for us all. Want to learn more about how we are investing in the blue economy? More info about the FIP in Chile and our impactful HOPE coral reef restoration project can be found here. Check it out: https://lnkd.in/eha5hpav

Farmers like to learn from other farmers. This is why we use the less busy winter season to organize a variety of offline events for farmers with Climate Farmers & Soil Health Benchmarks. Below is an overview of the events. If you know farmers who could benefit from attending, please spread the word: 16.11. Flevoland, Netherlands - Fostering healthy soils for resilient land management 17.11 Ruuki, Finland - Fostering healthy soils for resilient land management 17.11 Helsinki, Finland - Soil health indicators 18.11 CF Community farm visit at Brunkfarm in Assumar, Portugal 22.11 CF Community farm visit at Monte Do Carrascalão in Ferreira do Alentejo, Portugal 28.11 CF Community farm visit at Quinta do Alfeijoal in Olaia, Portugal 29.11. Brno, Czech Republic - Healthy soils for environmental sustainability and resilience Below is a picture from the Brunkfarm. In the comments are the sign-up links for the different events. Let's connect farmers in real life and scale regenerative agriculture together.

Happy National Cappuccino Day! ☕🐦 What does coffee have to do with birds? More than you might expect! The Paisajes Sostenibles project, featured in this video, is working with producers to restore degraded lands in an important area for migratory birds in the heart of coffee production in Colombia. They do this by increasing tree cover, planting native species in strategic areas, and carrying out good agricultural practices, such as eliminating or reducing pesticide use and water source pollution. Here are just a few of the benefits of the practices they are implementing: 🐦 Fostering biodiversity and enabling a more balanced and healthy ecosystem. Birds help control pests by eating insects that might otherwise harm the coffee plants. 🌎 Serving as habitat for the winter and crucial stopover points during migration. 🌳 Enhancing connectivity and habitat quality for species 🌱 Improving soil and preventing erosion 💵 Increasing the quality of coffee, resulting in better remuneration for families. Do your part to support this work by buying bird-friendly coffee! And don't forget that American Bird Conservancy Members get 15% off at Birds and Beans Coffee. This coffee company sells only coffee certified as Bird Friendly® by the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center. VIVOCUENCA CHEC Grupo EPM

Some Monday inspiration from Aquaculture fellow, Ledama Masidza who recognizes that for #foodsystems transformation to work, indigenous communities who own the resources must also own the work and benefits. This holistic approach has shaped how he advocates #foodsystems transformation in coastal Kenya and in the highlands of Samburu. In this blog spotlight, he delves into his work with communities that involves crafting indigenous solutions to food insecurity and biodiversity loss and offers useful tips on how to make our food more sustainable. More about his professional life, infusing his story-telling skills with his transforming #foodsystems agenda, his collaborations and what 2024 might shape out to be on this article

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Thinking about humans as one of the beneficiaries of a healthy ecosystem, among many others in the circle of life. Listen to this insightful comment by Philip Loring during our recent webinar #ecosystemrestoration #regenerativeagriculture #foodsystemtransformation EcoRestoration Alliance

🌍🐝 Happy World Bee Day! At Welland Medical, we deeply understand the vital role bees play in both our ecosystem and our products. Bees are not only essential for maintaining biodiversity and ensuring food security, but they also produce the manuka honey that is integral to our high-quality stoma bags. This special honey, derived from the nectar of New Zealand's Manuka bush flowers, possesses unique antibacterial properties that significantly enhance the health and comfort of our users.🍯 Pollinators, including bees, butterflies, bats, and hummingbirds, are increasingly threatened by human activities. This is concerning because nearly 90% of the world’s wild flowering plant species and more than 75% of our food crops depend on animal pollination. By supporting and protecting pollinators, we directly contribute to global food security and biodiversity conservation. At Welland Medical, we harness the incredible properties of manuka honey to create stoma bags that prioritise the well-being of our users. The honey’s natural antibacterial qualities help us ensure that our products meet the highest standards of health and comfort. On this World Bee Day, we want to raise awareness about the importance of pollinators and the critical role they play in sustainable development. The United Nations designated May 20th as World Bee Day to highlight these contributions and to strengthen measures aimed at protecting these vital creatures. By doing so, we can significantly address global food supply challenges and help eliminate hunger, especially in developing countries. 🌏 Learn more here (https://bit.ly/3bVd9DG) Protecting bees and other pollinators is not just about preserving biodiversity; it’s about ensuring the continued availability of vital resources like manuka honey, which benefits us all. At Welland Medical, we are committed to supporting these tiny heroes who contribute so much to our world. Join us in raising awareness and taking action to safeguard our pollinators. Together, we can ensure a sustainable future for these essential creatures and continue to benefit from the precious resources they provide. 💛 #WorldBeeDay #SaveTheBees #ManukaHoney #WellandMedical #Biodiversity #SustainableFuture #Sustainability

Drop a “bee” in the comments to show gratitude for their daily contributions. � �Here are 5 facts to remind you why we love bees.1. Bees provide our food: Nearly 90% of wild plants and 75% of the world’s major crops depend on pollinators like bees.2. Bees are everywhere! Bees can be found in many places, including some surprising ones such as marshes, sand dunes, wetlands and even post-industrial land.3. Bees dance: Honey bees have a ‘waggle dance’. This movement is a clever way of communicating the location of the best food sources.4. Bees make royal dinners: If the queen dies in a beehive, the workers crown a new one by selecting a young larva and feeding it “royal jelly.” This special food transforms the larva into a fertile queen.5. They’re greedy! A bee can gather around a hundred flowers per journey and cover several kilometers in a day.� Discover the many projects fighting for the environment and bees on the LAKSHY DREAM FOUNDATION TRUST Green Citizens website. � RAJEEV KUMAR LAKSHY DREAM FOUNDATION TRUST Jay Kumar https://lnkd.in/dUdPwvVm

Meet Meliponas, Ecuador's stingless wonders and unsung pollination champions! These pint-sized dynamos pollinate 35,000 flowers in just five weeks—a true bee-hind-the-scenes miracle! &BACK's initiative introduces Meliponas bees to Robusta coffee farmers at Witoca, enhancing the quality, volume, and taste of coffee cherries. By sponsoring 35,000 bees for every point of coffee sold, we're not just supporting beekeeping; we're also aiding in the rescue of these essential pollinators. This impactful endeavor goes beyond coffee; it's a commitment to the environment. Through careful bee care training programs, &BACK is empowering farmers and community members and building their skills to manage Meliponas apiaries and produce honey. Join us in our mission to support Amazonian biodiversity and contribute to a thriving ecosystem in Ecuador's precious rainforest with each sip of &BACK coffee! 🌱☕ #MeliponasBees #BeeConservation #AmazonBiodiversity #SustainableCoffee #RainforestConservation