Model: Production company as Implementing Entity, aiming for progressive transfer of responsibilities to smallholder union. Key stakeholders: Production company. Smallholder union. Proforest Latam – SHARP Regional Focal Point. Advisory group composed of: 2 social NGOS, 2 environmental NGOs, 3 government representatives and a certification body. No. of participating SHs: 120 Yr 1 + 230 Yr 2 Priority risks: Noncompliance with legislation – insecure land titles and lack of environmental permits. Conversion of protected areas – national parks, watershed areas. Labour issues – contracts, labour conditions, living wage, child labour, health & safety. Priority farmer needs: To improve agriculture practices in order to increase yield of oil palm fruit and reduce impact of disease. Organ

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