The tree of life: How a family in Portugal grew cork oak for generations
What if we told you that Europe’s richest biodiversity hotspots was hiding in plain sight, disguised as a working forest? The Montado - traditional...
SureNexus drives sustainability in the Penedès through an innovative wine sector demonstrator
The European project SureNexus, focused on the integration of water, energy, food, and ecosystems resources (WEFE Nexus), is making significant progress in the Mediterranean...
6th forest innovation workshop report: building a sustainable forest future
A newly released report from the 6th Forest Innovation Workshop, held in Brussels this past February, sheds light on the urgent need for innovation...
Community-based forest co-management in Tunisia: a model for local sustainability
In north-western Tunisia, where rolling hills meet ancient oak forests, a new story is unfolding — one in which local communities are not only...
FORESTMED: a collaborative approach to sustainable Mediterranean forest management
The Mediterranean region is particularly impacted by the consequences of climate change, such as forest degradation and increased wildfire risks, while the local natural...
Building a sustainable forest future through regional cooperation and innovation
Regions are key actors in implementing EU policies addressing forests and all value chains starting there. Technical and social innovations are needed to effectively...
Traditional agroforestry systems: prioritising biodiversity restoration at times of climate crisis
Agroforestry is an old and well-known traditional practice of multi-exploiting the land, improving its productivity, especially in arid areas, for the benefit of environment,...
What could the future of Mediterranean forests and agrifood systems look like?
The Mediterranean region is one of the richest in the world in terms of cultural and natural heritage. In this region, forests are extraordinarily...
Raising fire prevention awareness: a vital initiative in Mount Lebanon schools
In a significant move to enhance forest fire safety and prevention awareness, an engaging activity took place under the project entitled "Integrated Community Fire...
EFIMED and Barcelona Provincial Council team up to promote forest resilience in Morocco
The European Forest Institute’s Mediterranean Facility (EFIMED) organised an identification mission to the Bou Hachem and Talassemtane natural parks in northern Morocco, in collaboration...
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Who harvests non-wood forest products in Spain? A snapshot of a...
Non-wood forest products (NWFPs), such as mushrooms, cork, resin, pine nuts, chestnuts, and mastic, are a vital yet often overlooked part of rural economies...
