Introduction to the Reforestation Efforts in Michoacán
Morelia, Michoacán, June 9, 2025. As part of its 2025 reforestation campaign, Michoacán will plant 10 million trees this season, with two million designated for the Pátzcuaro lake basin to continue rescue efforts.
Alfredo Ramírez Bedolla’s Announcement
Michoacán’s governor, Alfredo Ramírez Bedolla, revealed that the 10 million plants were produced in state nurseries, marking a historic number not seen in the past decade.
Campaign Kickoff and Focus Areas
The reforestation campaign will commence this week in Uruapan, where 70,000 trees will be planted in the urban area as part of environmental remediation actions accompanying the teleférico construction, with a state investment of 3 billion pesos.
Ramírez Bedolla explained that the plants are suitable for various climates and will primarily be allocated to Protected Natural Areas (ANP) and zones affected by forest fires.
Innovative Reforestation Techniques
This year, the Forest Commission of Michoacán has adopted new reforestation techniques, such as dispersing seeds in forested areas using drones where ground access is challenging.
Previous Reforestation Achievements
Last year, the Michoacán government planted 1.5 million trees to reforest the Pátzcuaro lake basin, one of the country’s most significant, which has recovered from climate impacts and water theft.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the main objective of Michoacán’s reforestation campaign? The primary goal is to plant 10 million trees, with a focus on the Pátzcuaro lake basin to aid in environmental recovery.
- Who is leading the reforestation efforts in Michoacán? Governor Alfredo Ramírez Bedolla is spearheading the campaign.
- Where will the reforestation efforts primarily take place? The campaign will commence in Uruapan, with additional plantings in other areas of Michoacán.
- What innovative techniques are being used in this reforestation campaign? The Forest Commission of Michoacán is employing drone technology to disperse seeds in challenging-to-access forested areas.
- What challenges has the Pátzcuaro lake basin faced, and how is reforestation helping? The basin has been affected by climate change and water theft. Reforestation aims to aid in its recovery.
