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An introduction to urban and peri-urban forestry

Year of publication 2024

Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

Pages 2 p.

Author FAO

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Brochure, flyer, fact-sheet

Synopsis (short abstract) This fact sheet is part of the promotional material of the FAO elearnig Academy. It refers to a course that focuses on the importance of urban and peri-urban forestry, highlighting ecosystem services provided by urban forests, their role in achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and the challenges in their planning, design, and management.

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