The Andalusian government is investing nearly 8 million euros by 2029 in its public forest nursery network. This strategic infrastructure supports ecological restoration, conservation of plant species, and environmental awareness across Andalusia.
The investment aims to produce approximately 4,300,000 plants. Andalusia, a region with high biodiversity, requires specialized resources to restore ecosystems affected by disasters and produce plants adapted to various habitats.
From 2023 to 2025, nearly 3 million euros have been allocated, with a significant portion spent on machinery and plant production. This has already resulted in over 1,800,000 plants in just over two years.
An additional 5 million euros is planned for 2026-2029, increasing the total plant production and improving nursery facilities. This effort aligns with the Andalusian Forest Plan 2030, emphasizing the role of forests in rural development.
A notable impact of this network is the supply of over 1,700,000 plants to restore areas affected by the 2017 Doñana fire. The network also supports conservation projects, including the cultivation of threatened species like the pinsapo.
The network comprises seven strategically located centers, producing 650,000 plants annually from over 70 native species. These centers also contribute to education, science, and social initiatives.
The nurseries also play a key role in knowledge transfer and awareness. Through the "One tree, a landscape of the future" program, the Junta promotes the recovery of the Andalusian Mediterranean landscape with actions aimed at improving environmental quality.
The network also maintains seed sources and selected stands to ensure the genetic quality of plant material. In October 2024, new entries were added to the National Catalogue of Basic Materials, including a seed source of pinsapo and more than forty stands of cork oak.
Plants not used in reforestation projects are also used in social initiatives, awareness campaigns, or educational activities. This is done through collaborations with schools, conservation associations, and other public and private non-profit entities.