National Biodiversity Authority Allocates ₹55 Lakh to Red Sanders Farmers in Tamil Nadu
The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) has released ₹55 lakh to 18 farmers of Red Sanders in Tamil Nadu as part of a benefit-sharing initiative under the Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) framework. This initiative aims to promote sustainable use of biological resources and supports farmers' livelihoods while conserving biodiversity. The funding is part of a broader effort to ensure fair compensation for those involved in biodiversity conservation, particularly for the endemic Red Sanders species.
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