by Marica Vakacola | Nov 7, 2017 | Fiji Environment, Sustainability
Seaweeds are produced for food and as industrial products throughout the Pacific and many communities rely on this production for significant portions of their income. Seaweed cultivation was introduced into Fiji in 1976 with Kappaphycus seed stocks from Philippines....
by Marica Vakacola | Nov 7, 2017 | Community, Conservation
The Nadroga Navosa Provincial office hosted the Yaubula Day at Nahigatoka Village targeting traditional leaders. With the theme “A Good Spiritual Governance Empowered Stewardship on Natural Resources the Provincial office would like to highlight the significance...
by Marica Vakacola | Nov 7, 2017 | Climate Change, Education
Climate change effects prevail in the Pacific including Fiji which is the reason behind the nationwide National Climate Change Week. The Lautoka Forestry Department together with Mamanuca Environment Society were invited from Mamanuca schools to talk and create...
by Marica Vakacola | Nov 7, 2017 | Conservation, Fiji Environment
FORESTS and oceans account for a bulk of the country’s pristine natural resources and are considered wholly important in maintaining a healthy ecosystem as well as bringing revenue for Fijians. The stark importance of forests is notable, especially its role in...
by Marica Vakacola | Nov 7, 2017 | Agroforestry, Education
A youth group from Ono District in Kadavu assisted Solevu village in establishing its first agroforestry plot. The group was visiting the Mamanuca Islands for the first time to strengthen traditional ties and was grateful to be part of the village Yaubula...