Strengthening Supply Chain Systems for Agroforestry and Reforestation

The benefits of trees spread well beyond their branches. Locally, they support ecosystems and communities by providing habitat for animals, crops for farms, and resilient root structures that prevent erosion. Globally, trees help mitigate climate change by sequestering carbon back into the soil.

However, there are many farms and forests that need more trees, and in order to plant more trees, we need to improve our supply and support systems. Growers, buyers, and planters require strong, dependable supply chains, as well as robust technical assistance and funding to better ensure newly planted saplings’ long-term health and survival.

This convening will bring together diverse stakeholders from the agroforestry and reforestation sectors to identify shared challenges and opportunities for planting more trees. Together, we will engage in deep discussion to identify practical and actionable strategies that resonate across sectors and can help activate our networks to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees.