Reasons why Arbor Day is celebrated in Colombia on April 29

Arbor Day is an event that is celebrated every April 29, despite the fact that in the rest of the world it takes place on October 12. This is a date to make everyone aware of the need to protect wooded surfaces and highlight its importance in maintaining life on earth.

Why is Arbor Day celebrated on April 29

Arbor Day , also called National Tree Day, began to be celebrated initially on October 12, however due to a decree in 1941 the commemoration was moved to April 29.

The celebration of World Tree Day; Also called World Forestry Day , it was born as a recommendation of the World Forestry Congress that was held in the city of Rome in 1969. In the end, this recommendation was accepted by the FAO; the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations in 1971.

The Day of the Tree in Colombia is celebrated by carrying out activities to reflect on the services that trees provide in the face of environmental situations that affect humanity; It is also common for trees to be planted in order to help slow down the deterioration of the environment.

Colombia has a little more than 5,776 species of trees according to a study carried out by the International Association of Botanical Gardens for Conservation. This puts our country in second place with the largest number of tree species in the world. So, let's celebrate Arbor Day in Colombia caring for and protecting these essential species for ecosystems and life.