Annex 5

IPSI Case Study Summary Sheet
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Basic Information
Keywords (3-5 key concepts included in the case study)
Mixed species planting, local indigenous varieties, grassroots mobilization, restoration strategy, policy support.
Web link (of the case study or lead organization if available for more information)
We do not yet publish any things from this case study.

Geographical Information
Longitude/latitude or Google Maps link (if location is identified)

Map 1 of Lien Trachcommune and indication of 02 out of 03 best farms. The other farm we were not yet able to map.

Map 2 indicates the extend of other beneficiaries and those whom
are currently developing mixed species restoration farms after learning at workshop.
Ecosystem(s) (please place an “x” in all appropriate boxes)
ForestX
Grassland
Agriculturalx
In-land water
CoastalDryland
Mountainx
Urban/peri-urban
Other (Please specify)
Socioeconomic and environmental characteristics of the area (within 50 words)
The site is located in Lien Trach commune, Bo Trach district, Quang Binh province with a total of land area
2,781 hectares, mainly farmers. In recent years, mono-plantation increased to up to 70%-85% of the totalarea, focusing on Acacia, Pine and Eucalyptus. Natural forests remained very small. Road access and otherfacilities/infrastructure have been extremely difficult.
Description of human-nature interactions in the area
(land-use, traditional resource management practices etc. – within 50 words)

Mono-culture and plantations have been dominant in the project area contributing to the income of localcommunities. However, the vulnerability of mono-plantations has been revealed by strong typhoons in 2013
and 2017 and one in December 2018 which destroyed large area of mono-plantations, as well as that Acacia
and Eucalyptus plantations have caused huge water shortage.

Contents
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the rationale, objectives etc. for the activities; a case study about a SEPLS-related policy may describe the policymaking process; or a casestudy describing a SEPLS may address particular practices used there. Please make an effort to fill as many fields as possible.
Rationale (why activities or policies described, or information shared in the case study are needed – within 50 words)

The lack of sustainable direction for long-term livelihoods security such as the integrated-farming models in
the rural communities has caused mono-plantation landscapes, lowering the quality of ecosystem services
and exclusion of certain people. Hence, a pilot project with evidence-based farming models targeting young
generation is highly beneficial for the rural communities.
Objectives (goals of activities or policies described, or of producing the case study – within 50 words)
This project aims to provide the proper knowledge, raise public awareness and advocate policies needed toachieve the long-term livelihood security through the restoration of the integrated-farming combined with

diverse tree species and animal husbandry. The project especially targets a group of young farmers who are
expected to play a role as change agents.
Activities and/or practices employed (within 50 words)
1. A series of community workshops on mixed species restoration; 2. Supporting the sourcing of local tree
varieties and animals’ varieties for model farms; and 3. Documenting the lessons learned from the projects toshare with others who are interested and help out local policy.
Results (within 50 words)
Five community workshops were organized for 109 participants in total. Three model farms were established.
The documentation of lessons from this project was made on a website which also provides a hub to connect
farmers from/outside the projects. Overall, awareness on restoration of local indigenous species has beencultivated across the regions.
Lessons learned (factors in success or failure, challenges and opportunities – within 40 words)
Since farming involves a number of unexpected issues (e.g. African Swine Fever) or failures, it is necessary toembrace lessons learned from them, be willing to listen to farmers’ personal experiences and encourage themto overcome the hardships with close engagement.
Key messages (within 40 words)
Although it is challenging to make concrete changes visible at the ground level and benefiting local
communities, the willingness to share difficulties and experiences openly is very important to lead to successfor farm-holders, for the youths, for a project implementer and for joint collaboration.
Relationship to other IPSI activities (if the case study is related to any other IPSI collaborative activities, case studies, etc.)
No collaborative activities due to COVID-19.
Funding (any relevant information about funding of activities or projects described in the case study)- Many parts of farms’ settings and running e.g. land areas, holes preparation, animals’ facilities and soforth have all been self-funded by the farmers. This should credit to them due to their sincere andserious attitude in making this project work.
- Hours of working from CENDI team and staff are all being part of co-financing (our working hours arefor the farmers, not paid from the project).

Contributions to Global Agendas
CBD Aichi Biodiversity Targets (https://www.cbd.int/sp/targets/)
Please place an “x” in the “direct” or “indirect” boxes next to any of the CBD’s Aichi Biodiversity Targets to which the work describedin this case study contributes as appropriate. Note: please mark only those that the case actually has made or is making acontribution, not those to which it could make a potential contribution in the future.
TargetDescription
DirectIndirect
By 2020, at the latest, people are aware of the values of biodiversity and the steps they can take toconserve and use it sustainably.
By 2020, at the latest, biodiversity values have been integrated into national and localdevelopment and poverty reduction strategies and planning processes and are being incorporated
into national accounting, as appropriate, and reporting systems.
By 2020, at the latest, incentives, including subsidies, harmful to biodiversity are eliminated,phased out or reformed in order to minimize or avoid negative impacts, and positive incentives forthe conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity are developed and applied, consistent and inharmony with the Convention and other relevant international obligations, taking into accountnational socio economic conditions.
By 2020, at the latest, Governments, business and stakeholders at all levels have taken steps toachieve or have implemented plans for sustainable production and consumption and have kept theimpacts of use of natural resources well within safe ecological limits.

xx (butveryslowly)By 2020, the rate of loss of all natural habitats, including forests, is at least halved and wherefeasible brought close to zero, and degradation and fragmentation is significantly reduced.

x (butcontinues
taking moretimes tomature)

By 2020 all fish and invertebrate stocks and aquatic plants are managed and harvested sustainably,
legally and applying ecosystem based approaches, so that overfishing is avoided, recovery plans
and measures are in place for all depleted species, fisheries have no significant adverse impacts onthreatened species and vulnerable ecosystems and the impacts of fisheries on stocks, species andecosystems are within safe ecological limits.
By 2020 areas under agriculture, aquaculture and forestry are managed sustainably, ensuringconservation of biodiversity.

By 2020, pollution, including from excess nutrients, has been brought to levels that are not
detrimental to ecosystem function and biodiversity.

By 2020, invasive alien species and pathways are identified and prioritized, priority species arecontrolled or eradicated, and measures are in place to manage pathways to prevent theirintroduction and establishment.
By 2015, the multiple anthropogenic pressures on coral reefs, and other vulnerable ecosystems
impacted by climate change or ocean acidification are minimized, so as to maintain their integrity
and functioning.
By 2020, at least 17 per cent of terrestrial and inland water, and 10 per cent of coastal and marine
areas, especially areas of particular importance for biodiversity and ecosystem services, areconserved through effectively and equitably managed, ecologically representative and wellconnected systems of protected areas and other effective area-based conservation measures, andintegrated into the wider landscapes and seascapes.
By 2020 the extinction of known threatened species has been prevented and their conservation
status, particularly of those most in decline, has been improved and sustained.

By 2020, the genetic diversity of cultivated plants and farmed and domesticated animals and ofwild relatives, including other socio-economically as well as culturally valuable species, ismaintained, and strategies have been developed and implemented for minimizing genetic erosion
and safeguarding their genetic diversity.
By 2020, ecosystems that provide essential services, including services related to water, andcontribute to health, livelihoods and well-being, are restored and safeguarded, taking into accountthe needs of women, indigenous and local communities, and the poor and vulnerable.
By 2020, ecosystem resilience and the contribution of biodiversity to carbon stocks has beenenhanced, through conservation and restoration, including restoration of at least 15 per cent ofdegraded ecosystems, thereby contributing to climate change mitigation and adaptation and tocombating desertification.
By 2015, the Nagoya Protocol on Access to Genetic Resources and the Fair and Equitable Sharingof Benefits Arising from their Utilization is in force and operational, consistent with nationallegislation.

x (butcontinues
taking moretimes tomature)xBy 2015 each Party has developed, adopted as a policy instrument, and has commenced
implementing an effective, participatory and updated national biodiversity strategy and actionplan.

By 2020, the traditional knowledge, innovations and practices of indigenous and local communities
relevant for the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity, and their customary use ofbiological resources, are respected, subject to national legislation and relevant international
obligations, and fully integrated and reflected in the implementation of the Convention with thefull and effective participation of indigenous and local communities, at all relevant levels.
By 2020, knowledge, the science base and technologies relating to biodiversity, its values,functioning, status and trends, and the consequences of its loss, are improved, widely shared andtransferred, and applied.

By 2020, at the latest, the mobilization of financial resources for effectively implementing theStrategic Plan for Biodiversity 2011-2020 from all sources, and in accordance with the consolidated
and agreed process in the Strategy for Resource Mobilization, should increase substantially fromthe current levels. This target will be subject to changes contingent to resource needs assessments
to be developed and reported by Parties.

X (butcontinues
takingmoretimes tomature)x (butcontinues
takingmoretimes tomature)x (butcontinues
takingmoretimes tomature)UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) (https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org/sdgs)
Please place an “x” in the “direct” or “indirect” boxes next to any of the UN Sustainable Development Goals to which the work
described in this case study contributes as appropriate. Note: please mark only those that the case actually has made or is making acontribution, not those to which it could make a potential contribution in the future.
SDG
Description
DirectIndirect

End poverty in all its forms everywherex

End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition, and promote sustainableagriculturex

Ensure healthy lives and promote wellbeing for all at all agesxEnsure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning
opportunities for all
Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls

Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all

Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all

Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive
employment, and decent work for allx

Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization, andfoster innovation
Reduce inequality within and among countries

Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable

Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns

Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impactsxConserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable
development
Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably
manage forests, combat desertification and halt and reverse land degradation, andhalt biodiversity lossx

Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide accessto justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels
Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership forsustainable developmentx