Newsletter n°109 27/09/2024
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MMFN Participates in the EFI 2024 Annual Conference in Bonn
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Last week, the MMFN Secretariat was proud to participate in the EFI 2024 Annual Conference in Bonn, Germany. The event offered an enriching platform for exchange and dialogue. Toni Ventre, our secretary, took part in two significant sessions: the "Network of Networks" event organized by the Horizon Europe project TRANSFORMIT, and the Scientific Seminar on Integrative Forest Management: Perspectives from Science, Policy, and Practice hosted by EFI. |
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Fall news from the Provence Model Forest!
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Fall is always a season full of activities in the territories of the Provence Model Forest, here some highlights.
The 2025 Quercus Suber contest by Provence Model Forest has launched, inviting innovative projects focused on the sustainable management of cork oak forests. Open to individuals, organizations, and public entities, the contest aims to enhance biodiversity, improve forest management, and boost local economies. Winners will receive recognition and support to implement their initiatives.
The Brignoles mobile sawmill, part of the Farfadets Wood initiative, is in jeopardy after suffering a theft last July. This sawmill has been essential for promoting local wood use and sustainability in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. To recover from this setback, a crowdfunding campaign has been launched to raise funds for a new sawmill.
The Weekend of Cork Oak will take place on October 19 at the remarkable Domaine de Baudouvin in La Valette-du-Var. Organized by Forêt Modèle de Provence, this event aims to celebrate the cultural and economic importance of cork oak. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities, including local markets, exhibitions, workshops, and conferences featuring experts in the field. The event seeks to revitalize interest in cork oak and promote sustainable practices in the region. |
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Palencia Model Forest Project showcased among biodiversity initiatives of Spain
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On September 17, the Palencia Model Forest Project was introduced alongside 17 other initiatives funded by Spain’s Biodiversity Foundation, part of the Ministry of Ecological Transition and Demographic Challenge. This event enhanced visibility and enabled the team to connect with other regional projects and exchange ideas.
Eladio Ruiz de Navamuel, Coordinator of Technical Services at the Provincial Council of Palencia, showcased the project’s efforts to revitalize a 4,000 km² area with a population density of about 10 inhabitants per km². The landscape, transformed from agricultural and livestock farming, now features diverse vegetation and reforested areas, including Quercus pirenaica and various pines. The project aims to activate natural resources, promote sustainable forest management, and support fire prevention. |
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| 8th Mediterranean Forest Week webinar series
| | Get ready for the 8th Mediterranean Forest Week (8MFW) by joining the webinar series that will explore the topics of the plenary sessions. The webinars offer the opportunity to explore the key issues for research, policy and practice in the weeks leading up to the event. Through these webinars, pertinent points of discussion will be identified for subsequent debate during the 8MFW.
First Webinar will be dedicated to “Harnessing social dynamics for forest conservation” featuring three initiatives from Morocco.
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| SMURF Project Launches Cascade Funding for Small Forest Owners
| | The SMURF project, a Horizon Europe initiative, has launched its first call for cascade funding, offering up to €200,000 in grants to organizations of small forest owners. Open until October 30, 2024, this funding aims to gather vital data on forest ownership, management, and opportunities across Europe.
Successful applicants will contribute to shaping sustainable, innovative business models for the future of small forest holdings.
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| Invitation 2nd Policy Focus Group South-West FOREST4EU
| | The FOREST4EU partnership just launched the second online meeting of the Policy Focus Group which will take place on Monday, September 30th, from 10:30 to 12:30 (CET).
The meeting will focus on the innovativeness of the forestry and agroforestry sector in South-Western Europe. Relevant research findings will be presented, followed by interactive discussions with the goal to derive shared insights for policy-making on innovation within the CAP Network. | | | | |
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