TRICAFÉ II
Sustainable coffee production under agroforestry
The loss of biodiversity and the fragmentation of ecosystems are among the major global challenges. Mozambique is one of the most vulnerable countries to anthropo-climatic pressure. Although around 40% of the territory (34 million hectares) is made up of forests, it is estimated that 86 thousand hectares are lost annually. To counteract this effect, several measures have been implemented. Among the most emblematic, coffee production under agroforestry with native trees stands out. This system was established in the rainforest of Gorongosa National Park (PNG, since 2017) and Chimanimani National Park (PNC, since 2020). These areas have great ecological diversity and high endemism of species (birds, insects, reptiles, microorganisms, vegetation), which have been progressively affected by human action. The project results from a triangular partnership between Mozambique, Portugal and Brazilm funded by the Portuguese and Brazilian cooperation agencies. Objectives: (i) To contribute to revert the deforestation scenario and recover natural biodiversity in PNG and PNC; (ii) To promote coffee production under agroforestry, boosting the potential of other ecosystem services (e.g. carbon and bioenergy); (iii) To promote scientific excellence and a new generation of talents through advanced training; (iv) To contribute to increasing income and food security in rural communities in the region.
Principal Investigator at CEF: Ana Ribeiro-Barros
Duration: 2024-2027
CEF Budget: 550 000 € €
Partners: Ciências/Ulisboa · INIAV (Portugal) · INSA · Instituto de Investigação Agrária de Moçambique · Instituto Superior Politécnico de Manica · NovaFCT · Parques Nacionais de Chimanimani e Gorongosa · Universidade Eduardo Mondlane (Moçambique) · Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo · Universidade Ferederal do Rio Grande do Sul
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WFSPROM
Enhancing food security and climate change adaptation through wild foods plant species promotion in southern Mozambique
Food and nutritional insecurity are among the main challenges faced by the rural population in Mozambique. This challenge is exacerbated by climate change-related events such as floods, droughts and cyclones. Many rural families use wild food species as an important strategy to reduce levels of food and nutrition insecurity. These are highly nutritious foods and may contribute to dietary diversity and micronutrient intake. The project aims to study the potential of plant-based wild food, establish multiplication and cultivation methods, and promote their consumption. CEF provides technical and scientific advice.
Principal Investigator at CEF: Ana Ribeiro-Barros
Duration: 2023-2025
Partners: Universidade de Rhodes · Universidade Eduardo Mondlane
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WILDFOOD
Eating the wild: Improving the value-chain of Mediterranean Wild Food Products
PRIMA
The overall aim of WildFood is to promote the implementation of joint innovative strategies by involving different actors of the Wild Food Products (WFP) value-chain in the Mediterranean area, focusing on selected products (mushrooms, truffles, pine nuts & Aleppo pine seeds, aromatic plants, acorns and berries) in view of improving their quality and safety controls and sustainability.
Principal Investigator at CEF: José G. Borges
Duration: 2020-2023
CEF Budget: 67000 €
Partners: AVFA - Agriculture Extension and Training Agency · CTFC · Herdade do Freixo do Meio · INRGREF - National Research Institute of Rural Engineering Water and Forests · PRODECA - Promotora d’Exportacions Catalanes · SFI - Slovenian Forestry Institute · Università Degli Studí di Padova
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