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Land grab or development opportunity?

For many millions in the developing world, land is central to livelihoods, food security, even identity — the natural result of a direct dependence on agriculture and natural resources. It is not surprising, then, that a recent wave of large-scale land acquisitions in poorer countries has sparked a major debate.

Total Economic Value of pastoralism

Changing policy makers’ perceptions of pastoralism is a challenging and long-term process. An important starting point is to improve their understanding of its dynamics and economic rationale, particularly the direct and indirect economic contributions it makes to national and regional economies.

The interface between forests, agriculture and climate change: understanding the implications for REDD

This work seeks to increase understanding of the interaction between forestry, agriculture and climate change and to map out the implications for strategies and approaches to REDD.

The Green Economy Report - Forestry Chapter

IIED are managing the process associated with the production of background technical papers and a chapter on forestry for the Green Economy Report, compiled by the United Nations Environment Progra

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