program presented their research at the 26th International Congress of the International Union of Forest Research Organizations (IUFRO), held in June in Stockholm.

The Forest Engineering program at the University of Cauca participated in the 26th International Congress of the International Union of Forest Research Organizations (IUFRO), held in Stockholm, Sweden, from June 23 to 29, 2024. Student Mateo Tobón, alumnus Sebastián Guerrero, and professor Jorge Andrés Ramírez were invited through the IUFRO Scientist Assistance Program to present their research experiences and the learning experience of the Applied Silviculture Seedbed.

In this way, they presented the keynote lecture titled “Applied Silviculture Seedbed: Promoting Early Training of Forest Scientists for Southwestern Colombian Ecosystems,” along with four research papers on agroforestry systems, forest restoration, and silviculture, titled:

1. Establishment of Colombian Pine (Retrophyllum rospigliosii) Plantations for Ecological Restoration and Carbon Sequestration.

2. Integration of Trees in Sustainable Coffee Production in the Andean Zone of Colombia: A Model for Climate Change Mitigation and Rural Development.

3. Dendrochronological Potential of Native Species for Ecological Studies in Colombia.

4. Relationship Between Topography and Growth of Colombian Pine in the Andean Zone of Colombia.

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"Attending the world's largest forestry congress has been an enriching experience. The opportunity to present at this event allowed us to share our research experiences with experts and colleagues from around the world who are passionate about forest conservation and sustainable management. We also managed to strengthen and establish relationships with other laboratories and research groups," said Professor Jorge Andrés Ramírez.

The professor adds that the presentations provided a broad and deep perspective on current advancements and challenges in the field of silviculture, from forest resilience to bioeconomy and biodiversity. "It is worth noting that the interactions and debates that emerged during the event gave us new insights that will enhance our work at the University," he concluded.

The 26th World Congress of the International Union of Forest Research Organizations (IUFRO) gathered 4,271 participants from 102 countries. It served as a global forum for exchanging knowledge, perspectives, and visions among scientists from a broad range of disciplines, as well as for dialogue with youth, policymakers, forest managers, business representatives, and civil society organizations.

For more information:

Faculty of Agricultural Sciences
Email: facagro@unicauca.edu.co