Tools
A tool is a resource that supports and guides the implementation of SFM. This section includes all the tools available in the SFM Toolbox, which can be in form of publications, e-learning videos, software etc.
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There are many different techniques and methods utilized in planting mangroves. Because some of these have resulted in identifable successes or failures, we wish to present herein a detailed process of mangrove rehabilitation which has proven successful in its application in various locations at various scales. This EMR manual also...
Evaluation of the economic aspects of agroforestry provides a basis for estimating financial needs and feasibility, highlights trade-offs between multiple benefits and monitors economic efficiency. The main technique used in economic analysis is budgeting.
Economic budgeting is a very flexible process. However, effective application of budgets requires an understanding of the...
The debate over environmental protection is often about the balance between leaving areas in their natural or near-natural state, and developing and exploiting them. This choice is fraught with tension – for example should a forest be left uncleared, or logged and converted to agriculture? Should wetlands and mangroves be...
This report has developed an easily applicable economic framework, helping stakeholders to develop a customized decision-making tool. Consisting of standalone modules and methods, it offers both private and public actors differentiated means of estimating values. Tailored cost-benefit analyses can help a variety of different target groups in their decision-making: from...
The subject of edible insects inherently covers a
wide range of thematic areas, from the conservation of habitats where insects are harvested to insect ecology, the artificial rearing of insect species, the processing of insects into food and feed products, and the labelling and marketing of insect-based food and feed...
This manual represents the latest collaboration in a long and fruitful relationship between the Forest Industry Organization of Thailand and the FAO Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific to improve the conservation, management and welfare of the Asian elephant. The English edition is a mirror version of the Thai...
The purpose of this document is to provide examples of emerging approaches to FREL/FRL development adopted in different contexts, including for demonstration activities by countries seeking to take actions to reduce GHG emissions or enhance forest carbon stocks in the forest sector. The document shows that a range of different...
This is an article on the International Women’s Day event at FAO eyes role of gender equality in ending hunger and fostering sustainable food systems.
The webpage hosting the article has also links to a photo gallery and to the the audio of the of International Women's Day event at FAO...
The purpose of this learning module is to provide FAO staff and consultants at all levels with a basic understanding and knowledge of Capacity Development (CD), reflecting the international debate as well as FAO’s perspective on CD. It also provides some key
concepts for adopting changes in responsibilities, behaviours and attitudes...
Non-Wood Forest Products (NWFPs) play an important role for Lao people’s daily
livelihoods, especially in rural areas. They are used for food, medicines, provide a
source of income and have many other uses. NWFPs are estimated to make up over
40 percent of total rural income in Lao PDR, and they play a...










