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flag World Wildlife Day 2026 highlighted global efforts to protect medicinal and aromatic plants through conservation, sustainable use, and trade regulation under CITES.

flag World Wildlife Day 2026, observed on March 3, spotlighted medicinal and aromatic plants, emphasizing their global importance in health, culture, and economies. flag The day marked the 53rd anniversary of the CITES treaty, which now regulates trade in plant species like orchids, tree ferns, ginseng, and agarwood to prevent overharvesting and habitat loss. flag In New Zealand, native plants such as mānuka and kawakawa are widely used in natural products, while Ghana highlighted its rich plant diversity and launched conservation initiatives including protected area management, forest restoration, and new legislation to safeguard these resources. flag Experts stress sustainable harvesting and ethical sourcing to balance biodiversity protection with livelihoods and growing demand for plant-based products.

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