Economic-environmental assessment of silvo-pastoral systems in Colombia: An ecosystem service perspective

Sandoval, Danny Fernando; Florez, Jesús Fernando; Enciso, Karen; Cabrera, Mauricio Efren Sotelo; Burkart, Stefan

doi:10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e19082

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“…The deforestation areas recorded in the municipality of Cacoal-Rondonia, Brazil, corresponded to private rural properties and the 7 de Setembro indigenous reserve [20,21]. Among the factors involved are: i) the conversion of these areas to cattle or crops in the case of the private properties; ii) timber exploitation in the case of the indigenous reserve.…”

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Biogeographical distribution, conservation and local use of Amburana acreana (Ducke) A. C. Sm. in the Cacoal-Rondônia region, Brazil

Caetano Nunes,

Rodrigues de Almeida,

Otero Os´pina

et al. 2023

Magna Sci. UCEVA

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Amburana acreana (Ducke) A. C. Sm., popularly known as "cerejeira" or emburana, is a tree belonging to the Fabaceae family (Leguminosae: Faboideae) and is included in the list of threatened and endangered species, according to Regulation No. 06 of the Brazilian Ministry of the Environment, dated 23 September 2008, standing out as one of the most vulnerable species. The objective of this study was to analyse the biogeographic distribution of A. acreana in the municipality of Cacoal, located in the Brazilian Amazon. The research was based on field data, complemented by herbarium records, databases, sampling and surveys of the local community to obtain information on the location and abundance of the species. The use of advanced tools such as DIVA-GIS 7.5® and Terra-i® made it possible to visualise the distribution of A. acreana in Brazil, both in its natural habitat (States of Acre, Mato Grosso and Rondônia) and in cultivated areas (Minas Gerais and Rio de Janeiro), extending also to Bolivia and Peru. In the municipality of Cacoal, the presence of the species was confirmed in ten localities, two of which hosted more than six adult individuals. The consideration of the microclimatic conditions of these localities proves to be a crucial element for proposing effective conservation strategies. The study not only provides a detailed overview of the distribution of A. acreana, but also highlights the need to address specific environmental conditions to ensure the long-term conservation of this threatened species in the Amazon region.

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Biogeographical distribution, conservation and local use of Amburana acreana (Ducke) A. C. Sm. in the Cacoal-Rondônia region, Brazil

Caetano Nunes,

Rodrigues de Almeida,

Otero Os´pina

et al. 2023

Magna Sci. UCEVA

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“…Un estudio publicado por Torres et al (2023) señala que en las Américas, y específicamente en Ecuador, los sistemas silvopastoriles han mejorado la salud del suelo y han contribuido a la conservación de pastizales abiertos. Además, estos sistemas han sido reconocidos por su potencial para mejorar la biodiversidad y los ecosistemas (Sandoval et al, 2023).…”

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Principales amenazas e iniciativas de conservación de la biodiversidad en Ecuador

Herrera-Feijoo

2024

JESSR

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Resumen: Este artículo aborda las principales amenazas a la biodiversidad en Ecuador y evalúa las iniciativas de conservación actuales. Utilizando un enfoque cualitativo de revisión bibliográfica, se analizaron datos secundarios y se realizaron entrevistas con expertos en conservación y biodiversidad. Los resultados indican que la deforestación, impulsada por la expansión agrícola, la minería y la extracción de petróleo, así como la contaminación del agua y del suelo, son las amenazas más significativas para la biodiversidad ecuatoriana. Las iniciativas de conservación, como los programas de reforestación, sistemas silvopastoriles y la implementación de las NDC y los ODS, han mostrado resultados prometedores, pero enfrentan desafíos en términos de implementación y participación comunitaria. La discusión se centra en las fortalezas y debilidades de estas estrategias, resaltando la necesidad de un enfoque más integrado y participativo. Se sugieren mejoras para aumentar la efectividad de las iniciativas de conservación. En conclusión, la protección de la biodiversidad en Ecuador requiere un enfoque holístico y colaborativo, abordando tanto las amenazas directas como las subyacentes, y es crucial para preservar la rica biodiversidad del país para las generaciones futuras.

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“…Multiple studies underscore the significant role that improved forages can play in sustainably augmenting productivity in both meat and milk production, translating to increased incomes for livestock producers (e.g., Burkart et al, 2021;Enciso et al, 2021;Karimi et al, 2022;Maina et al, 2020;Paul et al, 2020;Sandoval et al, 2023;Schiek et al, 2018). Moreover, these improved forages have enhanced resilience to extreme weather conditions, including drought and waterlogging, and thus contribute to adaptation, that is, in silvo-pastoral or agroforestry systems (Macedo Pezzopane et al, 2019;Montagnini et al, 2013;Naranjo Ramírez et al, 2014).…”

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“…Furthermore, the adoption of improved forages can significantly aid mitigation by producing more biomass, thereby reducing the land needed for cultivation and animal feeding, which can be allocated for afforestation, conservation, crop production, or infrastructure development (Cohn et al, 2014;Edwards et al, 2021). Likewise, improved forages also have the potential to curtail CH 4 emissions related to ruminant diets, as well as for biological nitrification inhibition and carbon sequestration (Sandoval et al, 2023;de Souza Congio et al, 2021;Thornton & Herrero, 2010). In Africa, economic and environmental benefits have also been identified from the use of improved forages by several scholars (e.g., Cheruiyot et al, 2020;Dey et al, 2022;Maina et al, 2020;Njarui et al, 2021;Notenbaert et al, 2021;Schiek et al, 2018).…”

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Developments, bottlenecks, and opportunities in seed markets for improved forages in East Africa: The case of Kenya

Florez,

Karimi,

Paredes

et al. 2024

Grassland Research

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BackgroundCattle farming plays a pivotal role in Africa's agricultural and livestock sector, poised for growth due to population expansion and rising per capita consumption of animal‐sourced food. Forages are a primary source of feed for dairy cattle, significantly impacting production costs. While local forage varieties are preferred by dairy farmers, there has been an increase in the adoption of improved forages in recent years. However, the overall adoption rate is still low, for example, due to underdeveloped forage seed markets.MethodsThis study describes the dynamics, challenges, and potential of these markets in Kenya and selected East African countries, focusing on (i) market evolution over the past decade, (ii) forthcoming market prospects, and (iii) bottlenecks and opportunities for improvement. Data were gathered in 2022 through qualitative interviews with stakeholders representing six segments of the forage seed sector across six countries.ResultsWe found a sustained growth of the improved forage seed market in recent years. The main challenges for further growth are high seed prices, regulatory difficulties, and limited producer knowledge.ConclusionsThe findings unveil positive dynamics in the region's forage seed market, fueled by the engagement and determination of stakeholders who recognize the manifold benefits that it holds for both the dairy industry and economic growth. The realization of this market's potential requires addressing prevailing challenges, including elevated seed costs, intricate variety registration processes, and a pervasive lack of awareness among farmers.

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Economic-environmental assessment of silvo-pastoral systems in Colombia: An ecosystem service perspective

Cited by 8 publications

References 119 publications

Biogeographical distribution, conservation and local use of Amburana acreana (Ducke) A. C. Sm. in the Cacoal-Rondônia region, Brazil

Biogeographical distribution, conservation and local use of Amburana acreana (Ducke) A. C. Sm. in the Cacoal-Rondônia region, Brazil

Principales amenazas e iniciativas de conservación de la biodiversidad en Ecuador

Developments, bottlenecks, and opportunities in seed markets for improved forages in East Africa: The case of Kenya

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