11 December 2009
Colombia asserts that it does not deforest to clear land for palm plantations and is seeking support for investment in biofuels. The Minister of Environment proposes zoning of national territory to identify appropriate zones for palm plantations "so that we all have a clear understanding of where we should go with palm plantations in this country and to avoid unorganized, poorly planned development".
Source: El Espectador
December 11, 2009
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