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How Did We Bring Happiness to Farmer Konaté Ibrahima? Congratulations to the pladis team for their inspiring work in C?te d’Ivoire! Supporting farming communities and promoting sustainable practices are key to building a brighter future. This agroforestry and regenerative agriculture initiative, developed in partnership with Earthworm Foundation, is a powerful example of how we can create value not only for our industry but also for farmers like Konate Ibrahima and their communities. Through these efforts, pladis demonstrates a strong commitment to global sustainability goals while strengthening its partnerships with those at the very heart of our value chain. I am proud to see such impactful projects that contribute to local livelihoods, environmental health, and food security. Well done to everyone involved in this remarkable journey. Together, we can achieve more for our planet and the people we serve. Salman Amin pladis Global #Sustainability #Agroforestry #pladis #MakeHappyBeHappy

Over the past four years, pladis has been proud to?fund?collective action transformation projects in C?te d'Ivoire, one of the world's largest cocoa-producing countries, and where a large percentage of the cacao beans are sourced from in the chocolate and biscuit industry. These plans have included working with farmers like Konate Ibrahima on agroforestry initiatives and regenerative agriculture practices that can lead to farmers improving the health of their farms, producing more cacao and earning more to support their livelihoods?in line with our global commitment?to support the farming?communities that are foundational to our biscuits, snacks and chocolates. ? With the support of our partners at Earthworm Foundation?and Earthworm Foundation Africa, Mr. Ibrahima has begun planting complementary trees and crops such as oil palm, maize and sweet potatoes, improving soil fertility for his cacao farm as well as ensuring local food security in his community – a strong case study showing the importance of farm diversification in regenerative agriculture.? ? Earthworm provides personalised technical advice and access to quality seeds via the National Centre for Agronomic Research (CNRA) to many farmers like Mr. Ibrahima, who can now create long term plans for his farm and community with the support of partners like pladis.? ? #Onepladis #RegenerativeAgriculture #Sustainability

I was in #Brazil last week. I spent my time with farmers, our teams and our members, in #Pará, one of the largest Amazonian provinces of #Brazil where we focus our work. I come back with one word: #abundance Nature's best characteristic. A path to reconnect with her. A way to counter the human fear of scarcity, which drives our behaviours or competition, accumulation without limits and ultimately leads to the destruction of our precious ecosystems. A philosophy of joy and prosperity. "At the same time that populations from the riverbanks of the Nile were struggling with their monocultures , Indigenous people from the Amazon were having the highest yields ever per hectare thanks to their #TerraPreta agriculture" says Luiz Felipe H. Aranha Moura who lead the @MuCA the Museum of Sciences from the Amazon. #TerraPreta (a man made black, extremely fertile soil created by those communities by adding a mix of charcoal, bones, broken pottery and manure to the low fertilizy Amazonian soil). With his team they collect and revive the ancestral knowledge from Indigenous communities from the region who used to farm on the "Terra Preta gave them #abundance of fruits, vegetables, spices, medicinal herbs etc....why couldn't we do it too?" he says. Isn't it a great purpose to have? #regenerativeagriculture (when applied well) is not a new marketing concept. It's about bringing this philosophy from our ancestors back into our agricultural systems to cultivate #abundance. At times when some would like to oppose #production and #ecology, I firmly believe that our objective should instead be to marry them fully, and unlock more production per hectare through understanding better the laws of nature, how it thrives with #diversity, healthy #soils, active microbiome etc etc... The path back to ancestral knowledge is just starting. Julien Denormandie Andresa Dias Carvalho Camila Nardon SARTORI Roberto Scorsatto Richard Vaca Jo?o Carlos Barbosa da Silva Roberta Telles Flavia Tayama Pascal Gauthier Eric BOUCHET Dov Rosenmann Earthworm Foundation Earthworm Foundation Brasil

??A reflection from Fabien Girard, Europe Director at Earthworm - "Last week, I joined a panel at the Biodiversity & Economy Forum, hosted by the Alliance pour la Préservation des Forêts (APF), to tackle a key issue: imported #soy from Brazil and its link to deforestation and ecosystem conversion, particularly in the #Cerrado. We discussed the Zero Deforestation and Conversion (#ZDC) methodology, which was developed to ensure soy supply chains are free from deforestation and ecosystem conversion. This approach aims to create lasting change in the French market by working directly with key players: retailers, manufacturers, processors, and soy traders. ?? Alongside Michel Biero (VP of Lidl France), Julien Denormandie (former Minister of Agriculture), Guillaume Réveilhac (President of APF), and Sylvain Angerand (Canopée), we explored practical ways to end soy-related deforestation and conversion. Lidl France, represented by Michel Biero, has been a vital ally in driving this transition through its commitments. Julien Denormandie also shared his vision for more sustainable #agriculture, including the importance of growing plant-based proteins locally in France. These crops, beneficial in crop rotation systems, are essential to the agroecological transition and the health of our soils. ?? Next week, we celebrate 4 years of the #SoyManifesto, a milestone in our collective efforts to reduce soy-driven deforestation and ecosystem conversion. This manifesto shows the power of voluntary commitments and collaboration among key stakeholders. ??However, the urgency to act remains high. At the end of the forum, we learned about delays in the EU’s regulation on imported deforestation (#EUDR) and amendments that could significantly weaken it. This makes private sector initiatives like the ZDC methodology even more critical. A big thank you to the Alliance for the Preservation of Forests and Laure Grégoire for hosting such insightful discussions!" ?? Learn more about our work in Soy: https://lnkd.in/dBJEyZM7 Earthworm Foundation Brasil Daphné Menthonnex Jeanne Delor Gregoire JACOB Sandra Romero #soilhealth

Take the time to read the article Darrell High published. You will travel for a couple of minutes in the Cavally forest but it will also give you a good idea of how a decision taken back in 2020 is delivering impact and results. Well done to the teams behind that inspiring forest protection and restoration project. Earthworm Foundation Nathan Bello

??#MemberAlert: Every year, we provide our members and contributors with opportunities to visit the landscapes they support. ????This year, we were thrilled to host Oleon, Fuji Oil Asia, Vandemoortele, Cargill, and?Clariant, offering them the chance to see firsthand the collective impact we’ve made on Earthworm's Southern Central Forest Spine (#SCFS) landscape in Malaysia.? ? During the visit, members and partners engaged directly with plantations, mills, and dealers, gaining valuable insights into the challenges faced on the ground.?They also saw the importance of #collectiveaction in finding sustainable solutions for the palm oil sector. Some key highlights: ??Promoting Human-Elephant Coexistence - via a field discussion with the communities in Kg. Sungai Ara, where they shared their experiences managing human-elephant interactions?and promoting coexistence. ?? ? ?? A multi-stakeholder dialogue with #policymakers from the?Malaysian Palm Oil Board (#MPOB)?offered an excellent platform for discussing industry standards?and how we can continue working together toward a sustainable palm oil future. ? At Earthworm Foundation, we believe that meaningful interactions like these—connecting brands with their supply chains, local communities, and policymakers—offer a deeper understanding of the collective work being done on the ground.????? ? ?? Learn more about Earthworm's #SCFS landscape and our collaborative efforts here:?https://lnkd.in/d536zPrE #FeetintheField #ResponsibleSourcing #SupplyChainTransformation Kiah-Hui Ooi Marianne Martinet Pooi San Wong Chin Keong Gan Karl Yen Quek Krishna Jeyabalan Giacomo Tabacco Jonathan Maerker Eza Salwa Rohani Amandine

We’re thrilled to announce a new partnership in Latin America between Alianza Team? Team, Earthworm Foundation, and Airbus Defence and Space - Intelligence through our #Starling solution! ? ?? Starling, a geospatial solution co-developed by Airbus and Earthworm Foundation, is designed to help companies advance their zero deforestation and net zero targets by providing reliable monitoring and assessment tools. ? Yet, turning these pledges into meaningful action requires clear definitions, reliable tracking systems, and ongoing monitoring. Without a structured approach, measuring real progress and ensuring that raw material production respects and protects forest ecosystems is challenging. This partnership addresses these needs by providing robust monitoring tools, insightful reporting and clear criteria to track and manage deforestation risks, making zero-deforestation goals actionable and accountable. ? Our work with Alianza Team supports their progress on this journey through: ? ?? No-Deforestation Commitment Support – We monitor deforestation throughout Alianza’s supply chain and engage with suppliers on a no-deforestation path, helping Alianza’s Team responsibly source palm oil and advance their sustainability goals.?? ? ?? Peatland Analysis – We conduct peatland assessments across multiple LATAM countries to quantify the impact of supply chains on these unique ecosystems and prevent future deforestation risks. ? By joining forces, we are building resilient #supplychains that protect critical ecosystems and support sustainable practices across LATAM, making a measurable impact in safeguarding our planet’s forests for future generations! ? Ready to drive change in your supply chain? Reach out to learn more. Nadja Batista?[email protected] Rob McWilliam Martin Flores Zurita, Maria Paulina Jimenez Chavez, Sandra Romero #ZeroDeforestation #ResponsibleSourcing #CollectiveAction #Forests ?

Pleased to join Walid Al Saqqaf - Rebalance Earth in this series and discuss the importance of nature-based solutions to tackle both climate and nature imperatives. Connecting them with local communities to create long term resilience and impact on a much wider basis is a goal for us at Reckitt and with our partners in the Earthworm Foundation and Nature-based Insights from the Nature-Based Solutions Initiative.

This week, I attended 3M's Environmental & Community Resilience Exchange to discuss with practitioners from 40 organizations across multiple sectors - academia, NGO, community, government, & corporate how we can collaborate to support a just transition that puts community voice, rights and needs at the center. Big thank you to Michelle Diggs, MBA & Garfield A. Bowen for being intentional hosts and facilitating such insightful and honest conversations! Yinka N. Bode-George, Kate Davenport and I spoke on the role of NGOs and intermediaries in supporting community-company engagement and how corporates can earn community trust. My elevator answer: There is no rushing the process and social license is earned. Relationships move at the speed of trust. I spoke about the governance process and ways of working partners undertake in the Tsay Keh Dene-led landscape collaboration. We build trust through two-way, reciprocal learning, time together on the land, obtaining the Nation's free, prior and informed (FPIC) consent for partnership activities, and following our joint communications protocol. As we approach nearly 5 years of partnership between Tsay Keh Dene Nation, Earthworm Foundation, Chu Cho Environmental, 3M, Mars, Nestlé there have been many lessons learned along the way. Thank you to our 3M collaborators for championing this partnership Kate Shelton Penny Wise Amanda Yates Vielka Mora Geertje Pollaris Melissa Jurenas Meghan Faricy

Conflict Resolution Training in Bencah Umbai Village, Sungai Mandau, Siak, Riau, Indonesia.???? 13 Nov 2024 Conflict Resolution Training in communities is crucial for the reasons: "Peaceful Coexistence" It helps community members develop skills to manage and resolve conflicts peacefully, reducing tensions and promoting harmony. "Strengthening Relationships" Effective conflict resolution can strengthen relationships by fostering better communication, understanding, and empathy among community members. "Empowerment" It empowers individuals with the knowledge and tools to address disputes constructively, making them more confident in handling conflicts. "Preventing Escalation" Early and effective conflict resolution can prevent disputes from escalating into larger, more destructive conflicts. "Building Trust" It builds trust within the community, as people feel that their concerns are heard and addressed fairly. "Promoting Development" A community with strong conflict resolution skills is more likely to collaborate effectively on development projects and initiatives, leading to overall growth and progress. "Cultural Sensitivity" It promotes respect for diverse perspectives and cultural differences, fostering an inclusive and cohesive community. "Sustainable Solutions" Conflict resolution training focuses on finding sustainable solutions that address the root causes of conflicts, leading to lasting peace.