MULTIFOR

Multiple-Use Forest Management Research group

Welcome to MULTIFOR

MULTIFOR, a research group based at the Faculty of Forestry, Hasanuddin University, Indonesia. We are dedicated to advancing sustainable forest management through innovation and collaboration. Guided by our vision, “Achieving Sustainable Development Goals through Multiple-Use Forest Management Innovation,” we focus on integrating ecological and socio-economic approaches to address the complexities of forest management in balancing livelihood and landscape needs. Our core missions include mainstreaming Multiple-Use Forest Management into forestry governance, conducting landscape-based research, fostering community-driven management practices, and generating field-based evidence to support innovative solutions. At MULTIFOR, we strive to empower local and indigenous communities by providing the knowledge and tools needed to promote environmental stewardship and sustainable livelihoods. Through interdisciplinary research, community engagement, and cutting-edge innovations, we align with global efforts to combat climate change, enhance biodiversity, and achieve sustainable development

Research Sub-Theme

Sustainable Livelihoods and Forest Resources

This research focuses on forest management that supports sustainable local livelihoods. Aiming to harmonize landscape and community well-being, it explores the relationship between forest management practices and local welfare, while developing strategies to balance forest resource utilization with poverty alleviation efforts

Forest Landscape Management and Ecosystem Services

This research focuses on evaluating forest landscape management by integrating social, economic, and ecological perspectives. It aims to determine the total economic value of forest landscapes while examining how different structures and uses of forest landscapes influence ecosystem services and overall landscape health

Innovation in Community-Based Forest Management

This research focuses on developing innovations for sustainable community-based forest management. It aims to promote and encourage the adoption of Multiple-Use Forest Management as a key practice to enhance sustainability and community benefits

Policy and Governance in Multiple-Use Forest Management

This research focuses on advancing governance frameworks for multiple-use forest management. It aims to develop governance models by examining how multiple-use principles can be integrated into forestry policies at local, national, and global scales

News

TRG MULTIFOR Research Meeting: Structuring Multifunctional Landscape Management in Social Forestry Areas

This second research meeting follows the successful funding approval from the Thematic Research...

Student Research Consultation: Defining Focus and Sub-Themes Based on the TRG MULTIFOR Roadmap

This consultation session helps students align their research focus with the TRG MULTIFOR Roadmap...

As a united team, we share a deep passion for exploring and advancing multiple-use forest management. We are committed to delivering innovative solutions to support sustainability and efficiency in managing forest resources for diverse purposes.

Prof. Dr. Ir. Syamsu Alam., MS
Prof. Dr. Ir. Yusran., S.Hut, M.Si., IPU
Prof. Dr. Ir. Amran Achmad., M.Sc
Prof. Makkarennu., S.Hut., M.Si., Ph.D