In a nutshell
TRAILS is an innovative and interdisciplinary research and development program based in Malaysia. It aims at addressing the impacts of large-scale commercial agriculture on land cover change, biodiversity and climate resilience by promoting and implementing agro-ecological approaches.
The main objective of TRAILS project is to work in partnership with local authorities and the private sector to design and assess innovative reforestation strategies, by introducing mixed forest/plantation systems capable of restoring biodiversity while supporting rural livelihood and addressing gender inequalities. TRAILS started operating in Sabah (lower Kinabatangan) in 2021.
Coordination
CIRAD is coordinating the project which mobilises a complementary partnership associating Malaysia established stakeholders from universities, conservation NGOs, private sectors and state agencies.
Sponsors
The project is currently sponsored by the French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs and by FERRERO Company.