In a clarification in reaction to allegations recently relayed on social networks and by certain media, claiming that theANEF reportedly made a decision to destroy 940,000 pine plants in a nursery nadorthe Agency wishes to clarify that “these assertions are completely unfounded and in no way reflect reality” and that they are in opposition to the ambitious objectives of reforestation and environmental preservation pursued by ANEF.
“The 940,000 plants concerned are an integral part of the reforestation work currently carried out in the region, within the framework of five works contracts aimed at planting nearly 1,000 hectares of forests in the perimeters of Zaou (Nador) and Debdou (Taourirt)“, notes the same source, adding that these plants, carefully produced and maintained, are waiting to be transferred to the planting sites at this optimal time for their planting.
With regard to the management of possible surpluses, the Agency emphasizes that in the event of a surplus being noted after the allocation of the necessary quantities to reforestation programs, these would be used in strict compliance with the regulations in force.
These lots could thus be allocated to environmental initiatives local, through in-kind subsidies granted to institutions, associations and cooperatives, reports the same source.
At the same time, theANEF reaffirms its total commitment to the preservation and extension of the forest cover national, in accordance with the “Forests of Morocco 2020-2030” strategy.
The Agency calls on the media, as well as the public, to exercise discernment when faced with unverified information, inviting them to refer only to official sources for reliable and accurate information.
To this end, ANEF affirms that it remains open to any questions or requests for clarification.
