Usage of "afforestment"

Establishment of a new forest by seeding or planting of nonforested land.

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Examples for "afforestation"

Examples for "afforestation"

This year's afforestation programme will contain roughly 40 per cent broadleaves. 
 The Irish Times 

So the State is undisputedly doing its part to aid afforestation. 
 The Irish Times 

He said its claims about the economics of afforestation were wrong. 
 Radio NZ 

Both Mestizo and indigenous Saraguro settlers are more inclined to opt for afforestation. 
 Pubmed 

It also maintains that coniferous afforestation has damaged scenic areas and the natural environment. 
 The Irish Times 

He's also getting ready for native tree planting in another three weeks. 
 Radio NZ 

That gospel might be extended to the tree planting on the farmstead. 
 Trees, Fruits and Flowers of Minnesota, 1916 / Embracing the Tra... 

Here we answer your questions about tree planting across the UK. 
 BBC 

Christmas tree planting has proved a mixed success for many investors. 
 The Irish Times 

The tree planting was left until May because of the state Arbor Day. 
 The Library of Work and Play: Gardening and Farming. 

Meanings of afforestment in English