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Mount Hermon Nature Reserve in Lebanon (MHNR) was declared a protected area at the end of 2020, (Law No. 202) established on property No. 5851 (Amiri) of the Rashaya Al-Wadi real estate area, Rashaya District - Bekaa Governorate, covering an area of 1,260 hectares.

Maintaining the Traditional Land-Use Practices Necessary for Conservation of Olive Associated Biodiversity in Mount Hermon, Lebanon

Duration: 42 months (April 2020 – October 2023) Nestled in the biodiverse landscape of Lebanon’s Mount Hermon, a pioneering initiative is proving that traditional agriculture...

Preserving Tradition, Protecting Nature: The Fight to Sustain Olive Biodiversity in Mount Hermon

In the heart of Lebanon, where ancient olive groves have withstood the tests of time, a new chapter is being written—one that balances conservation...

Sowing the Seeds of Sustainability: Promoting Good Agricultural Practices in Mount Hermon

Duration: 11 months (April 2024 - February 2025) In the heart of Lebanon, where the rugged beauty of Mount Hermon stands as a testament to...

Bioconnect: Strengthening Biodiversity Protection and Governance in Mount Hermon Natural Reserve

Duration: 45 months (February 2022- October 2025) The BIOCONNECT project is a landmark initiative aimed at ensuring effective management and governance of Sites of Ecological Importance,...

ResiLAND: Enhancing Climate Resilience in Mount Hermon and Lebanon’s Natural Reserves

Duration: 36 months (November 2022 - October 2025) In an era where climate change poses an increasing threat to natural ecosystems and human communities alike,...

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