Save Frankincense
Save Frankincense is a dedicated conservation initiative committed to protecting and restoring the ecosystems that sustain Boswellia trees—the source of frankincense, a resin of deep cultural, spiritual, and ecological importance. Their work combines scientific research, community engagement, and policy advocacy to address the complex threats facing frankincense-producing landscapes: overharvesting, habitat loss, unsustainable land use, and climate pressures. By mapping wild Boswellia populations, monitoring resin production and tree health, and developing best-practice harvesting methods, Save Frankincense builds an evidence base for sustainable management.
Central to their approach is partnership with the pastoral and farmer communities who have stewarded these trees for generations. Save Frankincense supports local livelihoods through training in sustainable tapping techniques, participatory regeneration and replanting programs, and livelihood diversification that reduces pressure on wild trees. They also work with governments and regional bodies to strengthen legal protections and to promote land-use planning that balances conservation with community needs.
We aim to showcase Save Frankincense because their mission aligns directly with our commitment to sourcing incense from well-managed, ethical, and regenerative systems. Protecting Boswellia populations safeguards the cultural and spiritual traditions that depend on frankincense, while ensuring a resilient supply of raw materials for artisans and small producers. Highlighting their work helps amplify effective, field-tested strategies for long-term stewardship—translating conservation science into practical practices that benefit trees, people, and the landscapes that support them.
Featuring Save Frankincense in our ongoing efforts reinforces three core values:
Ecological integrity: supporting measures that preserve genetic diversity, soil health, and habitat connectivity for Boswellia species.
Community-centered stewardship: elevating locally led solutions that respect traditional knowledge and secure sustainable livelihoods.
Long-term supply resilience: investing in practices that maintain frankincense quality and availability for future generations.
By showcasing Save Frankincense, we invite our customers, partners, and peers to join a thoughtful, sustainable path—one that honors the sacred trees behind the fragrances we cherish and supports durable, respectful relationships between people and place.
