Madagascar has lost more than 90% of its original primary forests, and this widespread deforestation has severely impacted the local population, many of whom live in extreme poverty. The disappearance of these forests presents a critical challenge, making Madagascar a top global priority for biodiversity conservation due to its unique wildlife and the rapid destruction of habitats. Coastal deforestation weakens the shoreline, increasing the vulnerability of communities to the frequent and powerful storms intensified by climate change. Additionally, the upland dry deciduous forests—some of the rarest and most diverse ecosystems in the world—require urgent protection. Evertreen’s reforestation initiative in Madagascar focuses on reversing the extensive loss of mangroves and dry deciduous forests. So far, many mangrove and deciduous trees have been planted successfully. The project is supported by national, local, and tribal authorities to restore large tracts of coastal and inland forests. Local residents are provided with training and financial aid to collect mangrove seedlings and plant trees strategically in degraded mangrove areas and upland dry deciduous forests.
Read more here: Reforestation in Madagascar | Evertreen
