National Vegetation Center launches wild seed dispersal in Jubail
Saudi Arabia's National Center for Vegetation Cover has begun dispersing wild and pasture seeds in Jubail as part of its third rangeland rehabilitation season.
Key Takeaways
AIThe National Center for Vegetation Cover Development and Combating Desertification launched the dispersal of wild and pasture plant seeds in Jubail, Eastern Province, today. The initiative is part of the third season of the rangeland rehabilitation program, which includes seed dispersal and rainwater harvesting, coinciding with the National Afforestation Season 2026.
The initiative aims to enhance vegetation cover, restore degraded lands, rehabilitate natural rangelands, and promote environmental sustainability in line with national targets to protect and sustain natural resources.
The center employs effective methods, including direct dispersal of native seeds suited to the environmental characteristics of each region according to the Kingdom's plant zones. Target sites are selected based on precise criteria to ensure the success of rehabilitation efforts, preserve the genetic resources of plants, and strengthen their ability to adapt to varying climatic conditions.
The center continues its efforts to develop, protect, and monitor vegetation sites, and oversees rangelands, forests, and national parks across Saudi Arabia. These actions are part of environmental programs and initiatives aimed at restoring ecosystems and achieving national development and environmental goals.