trees planted 622,607
hectares restored 166
since 2017

Race against desertification

Spain is home to 54% of Europe’s plant and animal species and it produces 12% of Europe’s fruits and vegetables. Europe’s food security is directly linked to Spain’s soil and water resources. Yet the country is quickly desertifying – a process your trees help counter.

Planting method

direct planting, nurseries

Planting season

November-February

Main threats

Desertification

Wildlife protected

Blue Jay, Ocellated Lizard, Iberian Lynx, Cinereous Vulture, Golden Eagle

Challenges

Factory farming, Industrial agriculture

Top trees species

Pinus halepensis
Native Species
Juniperus phoenicea
Native Species
Juniperus oxycedrus
Native Species
Quercus ilex
Native Species
Quercus coccifera
Native Species
Rhamnus lycioides
Native Species

Restoring Europe's orchard

Millennials go farming
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