Project 1: Comprehensive analysis of the tree species of the genus Dalbergia

The main objective of the Comprehensive analysis of the tree species of the genus Dalbergia and the like through the forensic wood laboratory for strengthening the application of CITES project is to promote the articulation of efforts among all stakeholders, for the implementation of actions that promote sustainable management and conservation of the tree species of the genus Dalbergia. The strengthening of the Forensic Laboratory for the Identification and Description of Forests is a priority, by achieving its ISO accreditation for laboratories, its insertion in the Legal System and the continuity of research works that allow improving its capacity to support cases of illegal trafficking in the Guatemalan justice system.

Project 2: Generation of capacities and technical management guidelines to prepare non-detriment findings oriented to Dalbergia species in Guatemala, El Salvador and Nicaragua

The main objective of the project  is to promote the articulation of efforts among all stakeholders, for the implementation of actions that promote sustainable management and conservation of the tree species of the genus Dalbergia; besides proposing and having technical and scientific guidelines for the preparation of Non-Detrimental Extraction Reports and the transfer of technical capacities on the sustainable management of these species, with the purpose of contributing to the alleviation of poverty in the priority areas for implementation. It is expected that the products will strengthen the work of the governmental institutions in charge of the management of forest resources and they will be achieved through research and joint participation processes with stakeholders in Guatemala, El Salvador and Nicaragua.