The Western Cape Department of Agriculture (WCDoA) will distribute 8 608 indigenous trees to various primary schools in Worcester as part of a wider plan to restore ecological infrastructure, Cape {town} Etc reports.
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The Western Cape Minster of Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism Dr Ivan Meyer, visited the local government’s Worcester Veld Reserve Research Farm outside Worcester.
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He noted that the donated trees include the wild peach, fuschia, ashwood, and fake olive (vals olyf) trees.
Some of the beneficiaries include:
- Overhex NGK
- Worcester East
- Brandwacht Primary Schools
- The Agricultural Women’s Society (VLV)
- Local farmers
He mentioned that planting trees is one of the simplest strategies to lessen the impact of climate change.
‘But we cannot do it alone. He added that partnerships with organisations such as the Breedekloof Wine Valley, Landcare South Africa and the Berg River Water User’s Association are vital.’
According to Erica Scholtz, the CEO of the Berg River Water’s Association, the removal of 2 000 hectares of alien plants since 2021 has saved the equivalent of 230 000 swimming pools of water.
‘One of the most tangible examples of the power of collaboration is the ongoing work in Invasive Alien Plant (IAP) clearing.’
Last year, 31 000 hectares of alien vegetation were removed, creating 1 775 jobs. ‘The project helps to increase our job opportunities, particularly for the youth working on projects such as removing alien vegetation,’ said Meyer.
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Picture: Western Cape Government
