Samuel begins by clicking on the Planting location tab. He’s working with a farmers’ group in the Amhara region that wants to establish a new community woodlot for firewood and small-scale timber.
Understanding the Planting Zone (PNV)
When Samuel clicks the planting location, a map divided into distinct colors shows up. These colors represent the potential natural vegetation of Ethiopia, showing the broad ecological zones where particular native plant life naturally thrives.
Click on start on the video below to follow Samuel as he selects the community location
💡 Pro Tip: When in Doubt
The tool’s data is highly accurate, but it’s still large-scale. If your site sits between two colored zones or includes unique micro-conditions combine the tool’s output with local knowledge.