INFOGRAFIA 2

Initial assessments conducted in the states of Acre and Amazonas identified deforestation and habitat fragmentation as primary challenges. Tree cover loss averaged 15% below regional benchmarks, particularly in areas with high conservation value. Implementation focused on three key interventions: reforestation programs, community-led conservation, and sustainable forest product certification. More than 5,000 hectares of degraded forest were restored during the first year. Demonstration plots established in 20 communities showed biodiversity improvements of 30% when applying the conservation practices. Community feedback indicated high adoption of agroforestry systems, while forest certification faced implementation barriers due to market demand uncertainty. Indigenous communities, representing 25% of participants, showed higher adoption rates for all practices except forest restoration. Midterm evaluation revealed a 20% increase in forest cover among program participants compared to the control group. Biodiversity indicators improved across all target communities, with greatest gains in areas where both reforestation and conservation interventions were combined. The program also reported a 15% increase in income among local communities, primarily due to the sale of certified forest products. Long-term goals include expanding the program to cover an additional 10,000 hectares of degraded forest and increasing the number of certified forest products to 50% of total production. The initiative aims to promote sustainable forest management practices among local communities and contribute to the conservation of the Amazon rainforest.