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16 Aug 2024

Peru Battles Deforestation: A Glimpse into the Country's Struggle with Shifting Agriculture
Peru Battles Deforestation: A Glimpse into the Country's Struggle with Shifting Agriculture

Peru has been facing a significant challenge in combating deforestation, with a notable impact on its vast forest cover. Over the years, the country has experienced a consistent loss of tree cover, primarily due to shifting agriculture practices. This form of agriculture alone has been responsible for a substantial portion of the tree cover loss, contributing to the overall deforestation rates in the nation.

The data reveals a disturbing trend of tree cover loss over the years. Shifting agriculture has been the predominant driver, with other factors such as forestry, wildfires, and urbanization also contributing to the decline. The figures show that the tree cover loss due to shifting agriculture has been alarmingly high, with millions of hectares affected and significant emissions of CO2 equivalent released into the atmosphere as a result.

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Peru's tree cover extent, which spans over 78 million hectares, has seen a net loss of over 1.19 million hectares over the years, despite some gains in reforestation. The net change in tree cover indicates a decrease of nearly 1%, a figure that highlights the urgency of addressing this environmental issue.

The latest incident in Cajamarca, Peru, where a fire alert was reported, underscores the ongoing struggle the country faces with wildfires. While the number of incidents may vary, each event contributes to the broader challenge of forest conservation and the fight against climate change.

The data underscores the need for a comprehensive approach to tackle the drivers of deforestation, particularly shifting agriculture, which has been the leading cause of tree cover loss in Peru. The country's rich biodiversity and the global importance of its forests make it imperative to find sustainable solutions that balance environmental conservation with the needs of local communities.

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