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Implementing a National REDD+ Strategy: What's in it for me?

Have you ever wondered how you could contribute to fighting climate change wh...

Jamaica's REDD+ Journey: Building a Sustainable Future

Jamaica has embarked on an ambitious journey to reduce emissions from defores...

Jamaica's REDD+ Journey: Protecting Forests, Empowering Communities

Jamaica has embraced the REDD+ framework with enthusiasm, making significant ...

Revolutionizing Forest Management: The Power of Genetics and Traceability

In the realm of sustainable forest management, a groundbreaking approach is t...

Jamaica REDD+ Mission to Porto Seguro, Brazil

Adrian Watson, Technical Officer for REDD+ Climate Change at Jamaica's Forest...

Tribute to Roy Jones, Conservator of Forests (1982-1996)

His passing leaves an irreplaceable void in our hearts and the world of forestry

Empowering Private Landowners with Training

The main objective of the PFP Technical Transfer session is to share knowledg...

Basics of Pruning Trees

If you have trees, you know how important it is to keep them healthy and look...

Urban Tree feature: Duranto Gold

Duranta Gold is a gorgeous ornamental shrub that is usually planted in pots a...

Native Trees of Jamaica

Are you interested in attracting birds? Today we explore five native trees of...

Urban Tree Feature: Jacaranda

In this urban tree feature, we will be highlighting the beautiful Jacaranda (...

Know Your Forest: 5 Facts about Stephney-John’s Vale Forest Reserve

Did you know that the Stephney-John’s Vale Forest Reserve is one of the large...

3 things to consider when deciding where to plant your tree

Congratulations on deciding to add a tree to your outdoor space. This is one ...

Get the Facts: Private Forestry Programme

The Private Forestry Programme is an initiative of the Forestry Department ai...

Get the Facts: Sawmill Licensing

At the start of 2015, the Agency introduced sawmill licences as it moved to i...

Know Your Forests - Healthshire Hills Forest Reserve

Jamaica has 114 forest reserves and this series will be focused on the Health...

3 Reasons to get a real Christmas Tree

If you're into Christmas décor, you know nothing says Christmas better than a...

Beautifying Your Green Space

Have you been thinking about beautifying that back-yard space or doing some t...

Caring for your Potted Christmas Tree after Christmas

You bought a potted Christmas tree but now you’re not sure how to take care o...