Madagascan tropical forests return thanks to better management and well-defined ownership
A study published in the May 2nd issue of the online, open-access journal PLoS ONE, shows that although loss of tropical dry forests occurs in southern Madagascar, there are also large areas of forests regenerating. The return of forest cover was found to be substantial in the study area, with an overall net increase of 4 % during the period 1993-2000. These dry forests have the highest level of...Health Benefits Of Traditional Land Ownership
Handing back control over remote areas to the traditional Indigenous land owners could help improve the overall health of Indigenous peoples , according to health experts. Over the past 30 years, there has been a steady growth in research indicating that Indigenous people who regain ownership and control of their traditional lands enjoy improved health, says Ms Nicole Watson, Senior...