environment
February 8, 2026
Pine Monitoring
As part of forest protection actions, the Sandinista Government, through the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources (MARENA).

TL;DR
- MARENA is monitoring pine forests in San Rafael del Norte (Jinotega) and San José de Cusmapa (Madriz).
- The goal is to prevent damage from the bark beetle pest.
- Activities include inspecting forest sanitation plans for sustainable use of forests.
- Monitored areas include the Cerros de Yalí and Tepesomoto La Pataste Natural Reserves.
- MARENA plans to monitor 200 hectares in Jinotega and 100 hectares in Madriz by 2026.