Forests and trees help to feed the world – they are rich sources of foods such as nuts, fruits, seeds, roots, tubers, leaves, mushrooms, honey, game meat and insects, providing millions of people around the world with essential nutrients, especially micronutrients. Not only do forests supply the essential nutrients to many people’s dietary intake, they also contribute directly to sustainable agricultural production by helping maintain soil fertility, protecting water catchments, providing homes to pollinators and regulating rainfall.
Alexander Kisioi Koech
Environmental Activist / Freelance Journalist
