A look at illegal logging in the Amazon

The Amazon rainforest, a crucial component of the Earth's ecosystem, stores vast amounts of carbon and produces significant oxygen. However, it faces severe threats from deforestation driven by logging and farming, exacerbated by certain government policies. The economic value of deforested land and timber fuels this destruction, despite its environmental cost. The video highlights the urgent need for protective measures to preserve this vital resource.

What percentage of deforestation in Brazil is attributed to ranching?

What are the economic incentives for deforestation in the Amazon?