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March 24, 2026
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Kinale nursery ramps up to 8M seedlings for Kenya’s 15B tree goal

Kinale nursery ramps up to 8M seedlings for Kenya’s 15B tree goal

The Kenya Forest Service is ramping up efforts to meet the country’s ambitious tree-growing targets, with the Kinale Tree Nursery in Kiambu County undergoing a major expansion to significantly increase seedling production, marking a critical nexus where forest restoration meets..

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The Kenya Forest Service is significantly expanding its seedling production capabilities, with the Kinale Tree Nursery in Kiambu County aiming to produce 8 million seedlings to help meet the national goal of planting 15 billion trees.

  • The target is to produce 8 million seedlings annually from the Kinale Tree Nursery.
  • Key stakeholders include the Kenya Forest Service, led by Chief Conservator of Forests Alex Lemarkoko, and supported by the National Youth Service and community forest associations.
  • This expansion is crucial for achieving Kenya's environmental targets and fostering a "nature economy" by creating jobs in restoration efforts.

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