When Mongabay visited his community, Basio, in his 60s, was carrying a load of bagtik (almaciga resin) on his back. The day ...
Basio oversees more than 100 Indigenous households in Mariwara, Narra, where residents rely on forest resources like almaciga ...
The Almaciga tree is a majestic species reaching heights up to 50 meters and a diameter of three meters. Known for its smooth, gray bark and broad, leathery leaves, this tree is prized for its ...