Planting trees in Africa is a wonderful way to help a region so desperately in need. Not only are the new trees a benefit to the environment – but they greatly affect the lives of the people living there. Let’s look at the impact on the people.
Poor villages are prospering from these trees. The trees planted help with the production of produce and materials for building. Firewood is also a commodity that is necessary and thanks to your efforts is also available.
Trees grow extraordinarily fast in Africa, much quicker than in other parts of the world. Therefore, the return on investment is tremendous. The trees not only help with supplying commodities, they provide education and jobs, even sparking an entrepreneurial spirit in many people.
Through the planting of trees we are able to help the land. Returning nutrients to the soil has a tremendously positive impact on the lives of the African people. With better soil conditions, more life is present. Wildlife and increased plant life are evident where trees have been planted. Fruits and vegetables grow in rich, fertile soil. On the barren land where new trees have been planted we have seen other trees sprout up, suggesting that the roots of these native trees were laying dormant underground….just waiting for improved conditions and the opportunity to come to life. In addition, the shade provided from the trees is an added benefit for an area known for its extreme heat.
Teaching the residents of these villages about our delicate eco-system and our impact on the environment is something that goes hand in hand with this program. The trees are reducing the carbon dioxide and greenhouse gases, said to be responsible for global warming.
So when you make a purchase from Fast Growing Trees Nursery, you can feel good that not only are you beautifying your surroundings, you are helping others. You are helping the people of Africa to learn, to prosper and to improve their quality of life.
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