Andhra Pradesh set to become first State to get Pramaan certification for forest produce
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Why in news
Andhra Pradesh Forest Development Corporation (APFDC) is set to become the first agency in India to receive the Government of India’s Pramaan certification for forest produce.
Background
The Pramaan certification is a voluntary market-based initiative under the Indian Forest and Wood Certification Scheme (IFWCS) launched in 2023. It evaluates products like eucalyptus, coffee, rubber, and timber based on environmental, economic, and social parameters to ensure legality and traceability.
Facts for Prelims
- SchemePramaan certification was launched in 2023 by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
- BodyIndian Institute of Forest Management (IIFM), Bhopal, operates the IFWCS scheme
- FactThe Trees Outside Forests Management Standard uses 5 criteria, 22 indicators, and 76 verifiers
- PlaceAPFDC is certifying eucalyptus cultivated outside forest areas in Andhra Pradesh
For Mains
Q. Discuss how market-based certification schemes like Pramaan can promote sustainable agroforestry and enhance the livelihood of forest-dependent communities in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Market linkage: Enhancing global competitiveness of Indian forest produce through verified traceability and sustainability standards
- Livelihood security: Balancing commercial extraction with social safeguards and sustainable harvesting practices for local farmers
Keywords: Sustainable Management · Traceability · Agroforestry · Market Incentives · Social Safeguards
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