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Community Forest Enterprises and SDG (Zero Hunger)

28/05/2025
Forests and SDG (Zero Hunger) Remote sensing for agroforestry systems.

Neftaly: Forests and SDG 2 – Remote Sensing for Agroforestry Systems to Achieve Zero Hunger
Where Forests Feed People and Data Feeds Progress
Achieving Zero Hunger (SDG 2) means more than increasing crop yields—it requires building resilient food systems that are ecologically sustainable, climate-smart, and productive. Agroforestry, the integration of trees into agricultural landscapes, is a proven solution for enhancing food security, restoring degraded land, and stabilizing rural livelihoods.
Neftaly leverages remote sensing technologies to map, monitor, and optimize agroforestry systems—empowering smallholder farmers, policymakers, and food security programs with accurate, up-to-date spatial data.

???? Why Agroforestry Matters for Zero Hunger
???? Improves soil fertility and water retention for crops
???? Provides fruits, nuts, fodder, firewood, and medicinal products
????️ Buffers crops from extreme weather and climate variability
???? Enhances biodiversity and pollination services
???? Supports diversified and resilient farm incomes

????️ How Neftaly Uses Remote Sensing in Agroforestry
Agroforestry System Mapping
Detects tree cover on farmland using high-resolution satellite data (e.g., Sentinel-2, PlanetScope, Landsat).
Productivity & Land Use Monitoring
Tracks vegetation health, crop growth, and intercropping success using indices like NDVI and EVI.
Carbon and Biomass Estimation
Measures aboveground biomass and carbon sequestration to support sustainable practices and access to carbon markets.
Drought and Land Degradation Risk Assessment
Identifies vulnerable areas for targeted restoration or irrigation planning.
Impact Evaluation of Agroforestry Projects
Monitors changes over time to assess the effectiveness of agroforestry interventions on food security and land restoration.

???? Key Deliverables
Agroforestry Land Use Maps
Vegetation Health and Crop Performance Reports
Biomass and Soil Moisture Layers
Geo-referenced Decision Support Tools for Farmers and Planners
Custom Dashboards for Program Monitoring & SDG Reporting

???? Supporting SDG 2: Zero Hunger
SDG 2 Target Neftaly’s Remote Sensing Contribution
2.1: End hunger and ensure access to food Helps increase productivity of smallholder agroforestry systems
2.3: Double the productivity and income of small-scale producers Tracks tree-crop performance, enabling better farm management
2.4: Ensure sustainable food production systems Identifies and monitors climate-smart, regenerative agroforestry practices

???? Benefits of Neftaly’s Approach
✅ Scalable Monitoring
Covers large farming areas with minimal ground data collection.
✅ Data-Driven Agroecology
Supports evidence-based agroforestry design and policy.
✅ Empowerment of Smallholders
Provides practical insights for better land, water, and crop decisions.
✅ SDG Reporting & Impact Tracking
Supports NGOs and governments in tracking food security and land restoration progress.

????️ Use Cases
Agroecology and food security NGOs
Government agriculture and environment departments
Carbon farming and climate adaptation projects
Agricultural extension services
Development agencies supporting rural livelihoods

???? Neftaly in Action
In 2025, Neftaly partnered with a rural agriculture program in West Africa to map and monitor 8,000 hectares of agroforestry plots. Using satellite data and drone imagery, farmers received detailed feedback on crop-tree balance, soil moisture, and productivity zones—resulting in a 22% yield increase and improved food availability across 25 villages.

???? Partner with Neftaly
Let’s grow forests that feed, protect, and empower. Neftaly invites agricultural ministries, food security organizations, and land restoration programs to collaborate on remote sensing solutions for smarter, greener farming.

28/05/2025