Indigenous Belief Systems Bolster Mangrove Reforestation in Palawan

Takeaways:

• After recognizing the importance of mangrove forests in Palawan, the government initiated the National Greening Program from 2011 to 2019.
• While the program didn’t reach its full growth potential, the 135.5 hectares successfully planted did play a role in a broader increase in mangrove cover.
• The communities are seeing an increase in natural regeneration and improvements in fish catches as a result.

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