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The Darwin Course in Plant Conservation Techniques for East Africa
Key Facts
FUNDING SCHEME
Main Project
VALUE
£169,560
WHERE
Uganda, Tanzania, Kenya
Summary
To strengthen plant conservation in East Africa through focused training programmes and encouragement of networking of in-country professionals.
Status
Completed
Reference
51-12
Round
4
Start
01/05/1996
End
31/03/1999
Project Leader
Mr Mike Maunder
Lead Organisation
RBG Kew - Jodrell
Website
www.kew.org
Regions
Sub-Saharan Africa
Countries
Uganda, Tanzania, Kenya
Project Outputs
42 plant conservation professionals trained representing 21 African Institutions; 69 participants in total on 3 Darwin Specialist Workshops (Seed Conservation, Botanic Garden Conservation Role, Biodiversity Restoration); workshop manuals, articles; posters.
Project News
31 January 2024
Food sustainability: Word from the BCFs
Explore the crucial intersection of food, biodiversity, and livelihoods in the inaugural Biodiversity Challenge Funds newsletter.
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30 January 2024
Sustainable food system case study
Using sustainable pole-and-line methods to address overfishing challenges: Live bait alternatives for ocean conservation and efficiency.
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29 January 2024
Giving fungi a place at the table
Fungal conservation addresses vital roles in Earth's ecosystems, ensuring sustainability and protecting miombo woodlands for rural livelihoods.
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