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We've compiled the following resources to assist our trainees and alumni. Also of note is our Tropical Restoration Library, a multidisciplinary source of knowledge and research to support restoration training, research, and implementation around the world.
ELTI Resource Documents
Conference Proceedings
November 18, 2021
Source: CIPAV
Lessons Learned about Generational Exchange in the Colombian Sustainable Cattle Ranching Project
Zoraida Calle (CIPAV-ELTI Colombia Coordinator) and Alicia Calle published an article in Spanish entitled, “Lessons Learned about Generational Exchange in the Colombian Sustainable Cattle Ranching Project (English translation),” for the open-access proceedings of the 11th International Silvopastoral Systems Conference held between November 3 and 5, 2021. The book contains the presentations between keynotes and those presented by the participants. The presentations are grouped into the following sections: 1) sustainable livestock, 2) strategies for adaptation, mitigation and resilience to climate change in the territories, 3) innovative livestock farmers in silvopastoral and agrosilvopastoral systems, and 4) generational change in the field—silvopastoral heirs. The Colombian Sustainable Cattle Ranching Project promoted the transition to silvopastoral systems on an unprecedented scale in Latin America. Although generational exchange was not an explicit objective of this project, concern from the technical team and participating farmers about the lack of generational renewal, was a motivation to open an intergenerational dialogue through the workshops offered to silvopastoral heirs. This article summarizes some findings and recommendations from various extension agents and scientists from the project, demonstration farm owners, and silvopastoral heirs, to integrate intergenerational dialogue as an essential objective of sustainable livestock projects. The following general recommendations are discussed in detail: 1. make contributions of young people visible, 2. strengthen their capacities, 3. generate opportunities for youth through activities that complement livestock production, and 4. create opportunities for them through knowledge generation processes.
Other
November 1, 2021
Source: ELTI and the Indonesian Research & Development Institute for Natural Resource Conservation Technology
Distilling Fragrance, Gaining Hope
ELTI’s Indonesia Program, in collaboration with the Indonesian Research & Development Institute for Natural Resource Conservation Technology (BALITEK-KSDA), published an article in the 2021, Vol X, No.1, issue of Suara Samboja (pp. 27–32), entitled, “Menyuling wangi, mendulang harapan (in English: Distilling fragrance, gaining hope).“ The article, written in Indonesian, discusses the potential for harvesting leaves from the Melaleuca cajuputi tree and distilling the essential oils, which are often used for medicinal purposes. ELTI has been working with BALITEK-KSDA and other partners in East Kalimantan to strengthen ecotourism and non-timber forest products as alternative livelihood strategies in support of forest restoration for the endemic proboscis monkey.
Other
May 31, 2021
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Mangrove Rehabilitation for Proboscis Monkeys
ELTI’s Indonesia Program, in collaboration with the Research & Development Institute for Natural Resource Conservation Technology (BALITEK-KSDA), Blue Forests, Tropenbos Indonesia, and Pertamina Hulu Mahakam, published a manual in Indonesian entitled, “Rehabilitasi Mangrove untuk Konservasi Habitat Bekantan" (in English: "Mangrove Rehabilitation for Proboscis Monkey Conservation"). The authors are Tri Atmoko, Yusran Nurdin Massa, Arbainsyah, Elis Fauziyah, and Riana Rahma Ningrum.
Case Studies
May 21, 2021
Source: Prince Bernard Chair, Utrecht University, and WWF
Forests for the Future: Moving from Paper Commitments to Real Restoration Impact at Landscape Scale
A case study written by CIPAV-ELTI Colombia Coordinator Zoraida Calle, based at CIPAV, is featured in a book that brings together 21 articles written by restoration scientists and practitioners throughout the world. The book showcases insights from researchers and practitioners at the coalface of forest and ecosystem restoration on the greatest opportunities and fundamental challenges that will need to be addressed in different regions during the coming years.
Her article, entitled "Transitioning to Tree-based Grazing Systems in Colombia," explores the benefits of replacing conventional cattle ranching practices with complex silvopastoral systems, the challenges to this approach, and the necessity of integrating the perspectives of landholders.
Other
February 2, 2021
Source: CIPAV
Integrated Management of Herbivorous Insects in Sustainable Livestock Systems
This book, co-edited by three CIPAV colleagues and ELTI Colombia Coordinator Zoraida Calle, includes two chapters about El Hatico training landscape.
Other
October 21, 2020
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Nursery Establishment and Vegetative Propagation Techniques
ELTI’s Indonesia Program, in collaboration with Tropenbos Indonesia, Goodhope Asia Holdings Ltd., and Operasi Wallacea Terpadu, published a booklet in Indonesian entitled, “Pembuatan Persemaian dan Pembibitan Tanaman Hutan" (in English, "Nursery Establishment and Vegetative Propagation Techniques"). Agustina Dwi Setyowati of BALITEK-KSDA helped with formatting this publication. The authors are Ujang Susep Irawan, Arbainsyah, Abrar Ramlan, Henry Putranto, and Sulton Afifudin.
Case Studies
August 7, 2020
Source: ELTI and Visayas State University
Rainforestation Case Study: The Cienda-San Vicente Farmers Association Experience
This case study describes the experiences of the Cienda-San Vicente Farmers Association (CSVFA) as the first people's organization in the Philippines to implement the "Rainforestation" method of forest restoration with the assistance of Visayas State University (VSU). The case study includes the history of Rainforestation, the participatory approach that Rainforestation employs, the implementation process for Rainforestation and the experiences of CSVFA.
Other
August 3, 2020
Source: ELTI, Tropenbos Indonesia, Goodhope Asia Holdings Ltd. and Swaraowa
Beekeeping of Stingless Bees to Strengthen Community Livelihoods
ELTI’s Indonesia Program, in collaboration with Tropenbos Indonesia, Goodhope Asia Holdings Ltd. and Swaraowa, published a booklet in Indonesian entitled, “Budidaya Lebah Madu Kelulut Sebagai Alternatif Mata Pencaharian Masyarakat" (in English - "Beekeeping of Stingless Bees to Strengthen Community Livelihoods"). The authors are Sidik Harjanto, Meiardhy Mujianto, Arbainsyah and Abrar Ramlan.
Other
July 30, 2020
Source: ELTI, IUCN
Blended training to equip leaders in Africa with knowledge and tools for forest landscape restoration
This 2-page flyer documents the approach and outcomes of an ELTI-IUCN blended course series in Africa on Forest Landscape Restoration. The training series combined in-person workshops, field visits and online training to develop the capacity of professionals working on regional FLR and ROAM processes in Togo, Ethiopia and Madagascar.
Other
July 1, 2020
Source: CIPAV
Árboles Nativos para Predios Ganaderos
The book Árboles Nativos para Predios Ganaderos (Native trees for cattle farms – Focal Species of the Colombian Sustainable Cattle Ranching Project), written by Zoraida and Enrique Murgueitio, was released on July 1, 2020t. This book puts together information on the natural history and ecology of 15 native trees and palms and provides recommendations for integrating these species into agroforestry, silvopastoral and forest restoration initiatives. This open-access publication is sponsored by the Colombian Sustainable Cattle Ranching project. The printed books will be donated.
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