New SPARC Research on ‘Peace with Nature’ Supports the UN Convention on Biological Diversity

Nov 8, 2024 | Baba Ba and Patricia Nanteza
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In the heart of Senegal, the Ferlo Silvopastoral Reserve is more than just a protected area – it is a lifeline for the region’s farmers and herders. But as climate change, population growth, and changing land use pressures mount, this vital, mainly dryland region faces growing challenges. Silvopastoralism is a form of agroforestry that integrates trees, forage, and the grazing of domesticated animals in a mutually beneficial way.