Community Empowering

Protecting forests sustainably with communities that uphold long-term economic values

A serene wetland landscape with lush green marshes surrounded by sparse, tall trees. A large white bird, likely an egret or heron, gracefully flies over the marshland, with a distant view of water and more greenery in the background.
A serene wetland landscape with lush green marshes surrounded by sparse, tall trees. A large white bird, likely an egret or heron, gracefully flies over the marshland, with a distant view of water and more greenery in the background.

Make Agriculture Product

CAN develops coffee, cocoa, oranges, and dragon fruit products to support sustainable agriculture within local communities. This initiative is crucial for reducing the high rate of forest and land conversion for new agricultural developments. By promoting sustainable farming practices, CAN helps protect forest ecosystems while providing communities with a viable alternative to deforestation. The products are carefully cultivated and processed to enhance their quality, ensuring they meet higher market standards. This improvement allows them to be sold at premium prices, creating a significant positive impact on the local economy. By increasing the value of these agricultural products, CAN enables farmers to earn more from smaller land areas, reducing the pressure to clear additional forest land for cultivation.

In addition to improving product quality, CAN also provides training and resources to farmers, helping them adopt eco-friendly farming techniques. These techniques not only enhance soil fertility and crop yields but also contribute to the long-term sustainability of the agricultural landscape. Through this approach, CAN empowers communities to achieve economic stability while preserving their surrounding environment. Furthermore, the initiative strengthens market access by connecting local farmers with buyers who value sustainably sourced products. By building these market linkages, CAN ensures that the farmers' efforts are rewarded fairly, fostering a more resilient and inclusive economic model. This integrated approach benefits both the environment and the people who depend on it. Forest conservation is achieved alongside community development, proving that economic growth and environmental sustainability can go hand in hand. By focusing on high-quality, sustainable agricultural products, CAN contributes to a future where forests are protected, and communities thrive economically.

Sustainable Agriculture is expected to be able to reduce deforestation and excessive land clearing.

Sambas, West Kalimantan Project