National Security Council Report to the President

Initial assessments identified deforestation and habitat fragmentation as primary challenges. Forest cover loss averaged 15% over the past decade, particularly in the states of Amazonas and Pará. Implementation focused on three key interventions: reforestation programs, sustainable forest management, and community engagement. More than 1,500 hectares of degraded forestland were restored during the first year. Demonstration plots established in 10 communities showed biodiversity improvements of 30% when applying the sustainable forest management practices. Community feedback indicated strong adoption of agroforestry systems, while forest certification faced implementation barriers due to lack of market demand. 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 sustainable forest management interventions were combined. The program also reported a 15% increase in local income generated from sustainable forest products. The initiative's geographic focus was on the Amazonas region, with a particular emphasis on the states of Amazonas and Pará. The program's timeframes spanned 2015-2022, with a recommended extension of the program to ensure long-term sustainability of the restored forests.