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Promoting Conservation Coffee in the Buffer Zone of La Amistad Biosphere Reserve

Grantee Name: Centro Científico Tropical

Hotspot
Mesoamerica
Location
Costa Rica
Amount
$198,867
Dates
Jun 2003 – Dec 2006
Keywords
Capacity building, Community-based conservation, Livelihoods, Landscape Resilience

Promote conservation coffee within 23 communities located in the buffer zone of La Amistad Biosphere Reserve as a means of reducing pressure on the park and promoting connectivity. Activities include assisting farmers in growing conservation coffee, promoting environmental education and building capacity of community groups and government agencies.

Strategic Direction :

2 Connect critical areas through economic alternatives

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