Biodiversity conservation has three main objectives: To preserve the diversity of species. Sustainable utilization of species and ecosystem. PFRI is seriously engaged in the conservation of different species of flora and fauna in India. The conservation work includes the conservation of Hoolock Gibbon and Black Neck Crane from Arunachal Pradesh, the conservation of Horse Shoe Crab and Soil tolerant Paddy from Indian Sundarban and the conservation of Asian Elephant from Purulia and Assam.
- Hoolock Gibbons – The foundation intends biodiversity conservation of this endangered primate by connecting two or more of these proximal patches through the plantation to decrease the chances of reproductive isolation of the Hoolock Gibbons.
- Horseshoe Crab – Horseshoe crab conservation efforts mainly concentrate on preserving the integrity of the coastal areas of Sundarban, safeguarding the sandy shores where horseshoe crabs lay their eggs. PFRI actively engaged in studying the behavior, population dynamics, and migratory patterns of horseshoe crabs in the Sundarbans and understanding their ecological role and the specific environmental conditions essential for their survival is paramount.
- Asian Elephant – Progyan Foundation for Research and Innovation (PFRI) is involved in a multi-faceted approach, including the establishment of wildlife corridors, habitat restoration initiatives, and the development of early warning systems to mitigate human-elephant conflicts in South and North Bengal and Jharkhand.
- Salt Tolerant Paddy – Salt tolerance paddy cultivation in the Indian Sundarban has been employed by adopting salt-tolerant 50 varieties of rice that can withstand higher levels of salinity which is truly indigenous.
- Black Neck Crane and Red Rice – The Black-necked Crane, a migratory bird, rely on the wetlands and rice fields of West Kamang, Arunachal Pradesh for foraging during its annual migration. If the cultivation of red rice were to diminish, it would lead to a decline in the Black-necked Crane population and significant biodiversity loss. Recognizing this intricate connection efforts have been made to conserve the Black-necked Crane must coincide with the preservation of indigenous agricultural practices.
- Mangrove – The primary objective of the organization's mangrove conservation initiative is to preserve and restore these vital ecosystems, addressing environmental degradation, and climate change impacts, and supporting the communities which are dependent on mangrove resources. Extensive mangrove planting campaigns in collaboration with local communities along with implementation of rigorous monitoring and evaluation processes to ensure the success of reforestation efforts have been made in Indian Sundarban.
Agroforestry
Being a dynamic, ecologically based, natural resource management system agroforestry through the integration of trees on farms and in the agricultural landscape, diversifies and sustains production for increased social, economic and environmental benefits for land users at all levels. It is essential for smallholders and other rural people because it can improve their food supply, income and health. Agroforestry systems are multifunctional systems that can provide a wide range of economic, socio-cultural and environmental benefits. A feasibility study was initiated for organic farming and agroforestry in the state of Assam based on the RCP scenarios.
