Tafila:The Tafila Directorate of Agriculture, in collaboration with the Daymouma for Environmental Sustainability Association and Generations for Peace, has initiated an environmental project aimed at enhancing the green spaces and beautifying the entrances to the governorate. Schools in the al-Eis area, along with several government, national, youth, and volunteer organizations, are participating in this initiative.
According to Jordan News Agency, the initiative commenced with the planting of 500 trees at various selected sites to improve the urban landscape and enhance the appearance of the governorate's entrances. This effort also aims to promote tree planting and the protection of vegetation and the local environment.
The Forestry and Rangelands Department of the Tafila Directorate of Agriculture is implementing the initiative under the patronage of Tafila Assistant Governor Khaled Mzaydeh. Representatives of government bodies, along with youth and volunteer initiatives, are taking part to foster community partnerships and shared responsibility for the environment and public facilities.
Bilal Hloul, the Tafila Agriculture Director, stated that the initiative aligns with the Agriculture Ministry's efforts to expand green areas and increase tree planting along roads and public spaces. This contributes to the visual appeal of cities and towns and raises awareness about the importance of protecting trees and vegetation.
Hloul also mentioned that the directorate plans to complete the next phases of the initiative and expand it to other locations across the governorate in cooperation with government institutions, municipalities, and youth and volunteer groups. He emphasized the importance of continued care and protection of trees after planting to sustain these environmental initiatives.
Involving students and young people in tree-planting activities is crucial, Hloul noted, as it helps strengthen their connection with the environment, promotes positive behaviors, and transforms green initiatives into sustainable community practices. These efforts contribute significantly to improving the urban landscape and conserving natural resources.