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Tree Seeds SNGF plans to double its production

The Shiloh National Forest Seed (SNGF) plans to double its production of seeds, either with four tonnes this year against two tons on average in recent years. The goal is to satisfy the demand tends to increase especially in the context of the implementation of the national policy of reforestation on a large scale and mechanized.

January 1 to December 31, 2010, two tons of seed and 150,000 plants have been passed by the SNGF including antennas Ambositra (Amoron'Imania, Upper Matsiatra), Mahajanga (Boeny Betsiboka) and Moramanga (Alaotra -Mangoro Atsinanana). "For now, these six regions are potential users of products SNGF whose fast-growing plants are among the most requested species, such as" pawlonia " useful for lumber and construction. Next are the acacia and eucalyptus for firewood and charcoal, "said the director of SNGF, Professor Lolona Ramamonjisoa Ranaivoson.

Currently, demand tends to increase as part of the campaign of large-scale afforestation and mechanized 2010-2011. " needs have doubled, from four tons of seed and up to five tonnes, given the extent of the area to be reforested, which is 50 hectares per region " as always the first charge. In fact, prospects are rich in shares SNGF, especially during the International Year of Forests has just been launched in Moramanga. "The SNGF is among the main actors of reforestation that is vital for increasing forest cover " said Lolona Ramamonjisoa.

25 years of evolution

SNGF activities have evolved during its 25 year history. Since 1986 until now, the silo is proud of its achievements without continuing assistance of donors. Under the Ministry of Environment and Forestry, SNGF enjoys a government grant and partners not to mention revenue from product sales, training, mentoring and research activities.

To return to the jubilee celebration was held under the theme "The forest, a legacy growing thanks to seeds . The official opening was marked by an ecumenical service held last Saturday at Lutheran Church of Ambatovinaky. Other events are planned in the program, the reforestation Masindray in partnership with the association Asimada to develop land plants essential oils including " Ravintsara , vetiver and Eucalyptus citriodora on a plot of 100 hectares. Added to the press conference in April, the celebrations in regional offices from May to June, the scientific symposium in October. Everything will be closed by reforestation.