Bio-diversity

A previous Podosiri project implemented by PAS and financed by the IDB, developing eco-efficient production and waste management methods for Podosiri producers in maroon and indigenous Communities noted the market opportunities for Podosiri juice. Development of the sector could however lead to intensive (and unsustainable) harvesting of acai berries, now collected in the wild. The main objective is therefore to stimulate people to cultivate podosiri and koemboe palms to supply and develop the sector, without putting further pressure on the limited natural resources in the area. The main project activities: Set up 3 plant nurseries Training of local people in maintenance and management of a plant nursery and replanting. Planting of cultivated palms in 3 local fields Awareness raising among local population on cultivation Podosiri (Acai) & Koemboe

Suriname