As many as 200 tree species can be found within 1 hectare of Malaysian rainforests.

~ Turner, 2001a

Dipterocarps have a unique biology and a slow reproductive cycle. Seeds are produced during mast fruiting events which occur every 5-7 years, and the seeds are ‘recalcitrant’ – their high-water content makes them unsuitable for storage (e.g. in a seed bank), and thus must be germinated. Recalcitrant seeds rescued from forest fragments can be planted out with seeds from different parents to create a living collection of trees that can reproduce perpetually. Seeds from the living collection could then serve future reforestation projects.

The loss of biodiversity is one of the greatest environmental challenges the world faces. In Malaysia logging, agriculture, palm oil and development have all contributed to increased forest fragmentation and species loss. Approximately 80% of Malaysian rainforests are dominated by the Dipterocarpaceae family of trees, of which 93 species are considered threatened in Malaysia.

At Tropical Rainforest Conservation & Research Centre, we aim to play our part in protecting Malaysia's rare, threatened and endangered plant species. We believe in taking action and working on the ground in order to tackle biodiversity loss – one of the most pressing issues facing today’s society. Our conservation and landscape-level initiatives promote sustainable development and management practices.

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is a non-profit dedicated to the conservation of rare and endangered tree species in Malaysia.

🌿 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐑𝐂𝐑𝐂 🌿

The Youth Conservation Trainee Programme has officially concluded its one-month journey at TRLC-Banun, marking an enriching experience filled with immersive training, hands-on fieldwork, and meaningful conservation activities. Throughout the programme, participants explored a wide range of topics, from GIS applications in restoration planning, soil science for reforestation, camera trap deployment, and seed conservation techniques to experimental design and seed sample preparation. They also gained practical exposure to tropical rainforest ecology through fieldwork on birds, bats, and fungi, while learning about habitat restoration, biodiversity monitoring, and conservation research.

Beyond the classroom, trainees took part in tree planting at Amanjaya Forest Reserve, visited Royal Belum State Park, supported the Community Seedlings Purchase Programme at Kampung Klewang, and joined the Banding Trail Walk organised by Pulau Banding Foundation. The programme also featured a Youth Conservation Career Day with @rimau_ngo , @perakstateparks , @wwfmy , @belumrainforestresort , and TRCRC, providing valuable insights into career pathways in conservation.

TRCRC extends its sincere appreciation to our strategic partners, @pulaubandingfoundation and @trace_umkpbf , for their collaboration and unwavering support in making this programme a success.

Most importantly, this initiative was made possible through the generous and continuous trust and support of @yayasansimedarbyofficial . Their commitment to empowering the next generation of conservation practitioners is manifesting stronger capacity and quality workforce for the conservation industry.

We look forward to seeing the young conservation trainee continue to charting their fruitful journey in July back at Selangor.

📹 Video edited by YCTP Trainee
@alisvx.krz , @1withtheflow , @arieztotle_

#YCTP #Youth #Conservation #PulauBanding #YayasanSimeDarby

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🌿 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐑𝐂𝐑𝐂 🌿 The Youth Conservation Trainee Programme has officially concluded its one-month journey at TRLC-Banun, marking an enriching experience filled with immersive training, hands-on fieldwork, and meaningful conservation activities. Throughout the programme, participants explored a wide range of topics, from GIS applications in restoration planning, soil science for reforestation, camera trap deployment, and seed conservation techniques to experimental design and seed sample preparation. They also gained practical exposure to tropical rainforest ecology through fieldwork on birds, bats, and fungi, while learning about habitat restoration, biodiversity monitoring, and conservation research. Beyond the classroom, trainees took part in tree planting at Amanjaya Forest Reserve, visited Royal Belum State Park, supported the Community Seedlings Purchase Programme at Kampung Klewang, and joined the Banding Trail Walk organised by Pulau Banding Foundation. The programme also featured a Youth Conservation Career Day with @rimau_ngo , @perakstateparks , @wwfmy , @belumrainforestresort , and TRCRC, providing valuable insights into career pathways in conservation. TRCRC extends its sincere appreciation to our strategic partners, @pulaubandingfoundation and @trace_umkpbf , for their collaboration and unwavering support in making this programme a success. Most importantly, this initiative was made possible through the generous and continuous trust and support of @yayasansimedarbyofficial . Their commitment to empowering the next generation of conservation practitioners is manifesting stronger capacity and quality workforce for the conservation industry. We look forward to seeing the young conservation trainee continue to charting their fruitful journey in July back at Selangor. 📹 Video edited by YCTP Trainee @alisvx.krz , @1withtheflow , @arieztotle_ #YCTP #Youth #Conservation #PulauBanding #YayasanSimeDarby

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Our ERKC staff recently attended the @mpogcfofficial Biodiversity Forum 2026 in Putrajaya (3–4 June), which brought together different stakeholders to exchange perspectives on biodiversity conservation within production landscapes.

The forum highlighted the palm oil sector’s progress in supporting wildlife coexistence within plantation landscapes, while showcasing diverse conservation approaches across organisations and species. Discussions reinforced the need to move beyond site-level and single-species efforts, focusing instead on forest integrity, habitat connectivity, and other landscape-scale ecosystem functions.

A key takeaway was the need to look beyond flagship species and include keystone predators and indicator species, such as birds, which offer important insights into ecosystem health. The forum also highlighted the importance of cross-sector collaboration and landscape-scale approaches to achieve meaningful conservation outcomes.

These discussions reinforce the importance of protecting not just species, but the ecosystems and landscape connections that enable both nature and people to thrive.

#TRCRC #BiodiversityForum2026 #ForestRestoration #LandscapeRestoration #biodiversityconservation

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Our ERKC staff recently attended the @mpogcfofficial Biodiversity Forum 2026 in Putrajaya (3–4 June), which brought together different stakeholders to exchange perspectives on biodiversity conservation within production landscapes. The forum highlighted the palm oil sector’s progress in supporting wildlife coexistence within plantation landscapes, while showcasing diverse conservation approaches across organisations and species. Discussions reinforced the need to move beyond site-level and single-species efforts, focusing instead on forest integrity, habitat connectivity, and other landscape-scale ecosystem functions. A key takeaway was the need to look beyond flagship species and include keystone predators and indicator species, such as birds, which offer important insights into ecosystem health. The forum also highlighted the importance of cross-sector collaboration and landscape-scale approaches to achieve meaningful conservation outcomes. These discussions reinforce the importance of protecting not just species, but the ecosystems and landscape connections that enable both nature and people to thrive. #TRCRC #BiodiversityForum2026 #ForestRestoration #LandscapeRestoration #biodiversityconservation

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In June, the YCTP 2026 trainees embarked their journey up north for their second month of training at TRLC-Banun, Gerik, Perak.

Let’s see what they are up to on the first week!

This programme is made possible with the support of @yayasansimedarbyofficial

Starting this month, we are proud to share the strategic partnerships with @pulaubandingfoundation and @trace_umkpbf for their unwavering commitment to support the logistic arrangement and youth conservation empowerment at the Belum-Temenggor landscape.

#youth #conservation #TRCRC #yctp2026 #YSD

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In June, the YCTP 2026 trainees embarked their journey up north for their second month of training at TRLC-Banun, Gerik, Perak. Let’s see what they are up to on the first week! This programme is made possible with the support of @yayasansimedarbyofficial Starting this month, we are proud to share the strategic partnerships with @pulaubandingfoundation and @trace_umkpbf for their unwavering commitment to support the logistic arrangement and youth conservation empowerment at the Belum-Temenggor landscape. #youth #conservation #TRCRC #yctp2026 #YSD

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Tucked within the iconic Royal Belum Rainforest lies a humble nursery—our Tropical Rainforest Living Collection (Banun). 🌱

With the support of @yayasansimedarbyofficial and the Seed to Tree project, TRLC (Banun) continues to grow in support of the future of our forests.

Would you visit TRLC (Banun)? 🌿

This video was made possible under the Seed to Tree project funded by the ASEAN-UK Green Transition Fund and jointly implemented by TRCRC & @bioversityciat.

#TRCRC #SeedToTree #ASEANUKGTF #ASEANUK

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Tucked within the iconic Royal Belum Rainforest lies a humble nursery—our Tropical Rainforest Living Collection (Banun). 🌱 With the support of @yayasansimedarbyofficial and the Seed to Tree project, TRLC (Banun) continues to grow in support of the future of our forests. Would you visit TRLC (Banun)? 🌿 This video was made possible under the Seed to Tree project funded by the ASEAN-UK Green Transition Fund and jointly implemented by TRCRC & @bioversityciat. #TRCRC #SeedToTree #ASEANUKGTF #ASEANUK

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Before a rainforest stands tall, it starts really small. 🌱

Curious about the work we do? 👀

Watch till the end for a tree-mendous surprise 🌳

This video was made possible under the Seed to Tree project funded by the ASEAN-UK Green Transition Fund and jointly implemented by TRCRC & @bioversityciat

#TRCRC #SeedToTree #ASEANUKGTF #ASEANUK

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Before a rainforest stands tall, it starts really small. 🌱 Curious about the work we do? 👀 Watch till the end for a tree-mendous surprise 🌳 This video was made possible under the Seed to Tree project funded by the ASEAN-UK Green Transition Fund and jointly implemented by TRCRC & @bioversityciat #TRCRC #SeedToTree #ASEANUKGTF #ASEANUK

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