Field Activity: DecisionES - Brazil 2025

The planned field activity is a crucial opportunity to connect the theoretical discussions of the symposium with practical applications, allowing participants to observe in loco the dynamics related to ecosystem services, forest restoration, sustainable management, and socio-environmental responsibility.

This experience complements key themes of the congress, such as the impact of climate change, integrated forest management with a focus on ecosystem services, and the restoration of degraded areas. Additionally, the activity reinforces knowledge exchange, contributing to innovative and practical solutions in the global forestry context.

Trip 1 – Restoring Forests — challenges and successes

Trip 1 focuses on the restoration of degraded areas, with an emphasis on the conservation of the diversity of native forests in the region.

The itinerary includes a visit to Symbiosis, a company recognized for its expertise in silviculture of native Atlantic Forest species, where participants will learn about experiences, methodologies, and practices applied in the production, management, and restoration of native forests. Participants will also visit the Veracel Station Private Natural Heritage Reserve (RPPN), one of the most significant Atlantic Forest remnants in the region, recognized by UNESCO as a Natural World Heritage Site. This area plays a crucial role in the conservation of fauna species, including several species that are globally threatened with extinction.

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Trip 2 – Silviculture meets protection – mosaic landscape

Trip 2 focuses on eucalyptus forest production systems, integrated into mosaic landscapes that combine production and conservation.

The itinerary includes a visit to a farm located in the municipality of Itabela, where participants will have the opportunity to observe forest operations, including the operation of harvesting machinery (harvester and forwarder) in the field.

Participants will also engage with professionals from the strategic forest planning team, who will present how operational support, logistics planning, and post-planting monitoring are carried out, highlighting how these processes contribute to the sustainability of forest production.

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Trip 3 – Cultivating Solutions – Economical, Social and Environmental Conflicts

Trip 3 focuses on the social, cultural, and community development aspects of the region.

The itinerary includes a visit to APRUNVE (Associação Unidos Venceremos), an association of family farmers formed by former agrarian reform settlers, who currently engage in food production, processing, and commercialization, with the support and encouragement of Veracel Celulose.

Participants will also visit the Ecoar Project, a social initiative that, for over a decade, has promoted the artistic, cultural, and social development of young people in the Porto Seguro region, transforming lives and creating opportunities through art, culture, and social inclusion.

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Important Notice!

Participants must choose one field trip option. Please note that the number of spots for each field trip is limited. Field trip selections will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis according to the order of registration.

Suggestions for the Field Trip:

To ensure a pleasant and safe field trip experience, follow the guidelines below: