The primary cause of global deforestation is agricultural expansion, particularly for commodities like soy, palm oil, and cattle ranching. As demand for these products increases, forests are cleared to make way for agricultural land, resulting in significant habitat loss and biodiversity decline. Other contributing factors include logging, infrastructure development, and urbanization. Deforestation has far-reaching effects on climate change, as it reduces the forest's capacity to sequester carbon, thereby exacerbating global warming. Addressing the drivers of deforestation is crucial for achieving sustainability and protecting remaining forest ecosystems.