community forestry

Ruvuma villages turn to community conservation as climate risks grow

Direct village funding in Ruvuma is placing conservation decisions closer to communities, linking forest protection, livelihoods and accountability as...

Turmeric farming offers hope of reviving local employment in Nepal village

A community-led agroforestry initiative in Dhanusha is expanding income opportunities through turmeric cultivation, supported by FAO, while creating seasonal...

Fish farming turns Rajapani Community Forest into tourist attraction in Nepal

A community-led initiative combining commercial aquaculture with conservation is creating jobs, strengthening groundwater recharge and drawing more domestic visitors...

Nepal Community Sawmill faces years of delays and official harassment

A community-run sawmill in Nepal’s Dang district struggled for years against bureaucratic delays, alleged harassment and shifting regulations, highlighting...

Nepal’s forests are powering jobs, livelihoods, Greener Economy: Ken Shimizu

An FAO interview highlights how Nepal’s community forests support millions and drive green jobs, while policy, finance and market...