Experimental plantings at Los Guájares: learning from the regenerating forest
At the beginning of February, at Semillistas, we carried out experimental sowings of orthodox seeds in Los Guájares. These sowings are part of an ongoing learning process about how plants germinate and establish themselves in a forest that is in the process of regeneration after a fire.
Sorting acorns for reforestation
At Semillistas, every small gesture counts for reforestation, and the day we shared with the European volunteers in the laboratory was a clear example of this. The main task was the sorting of acorns, an essential process before planting in Los Guájares.
Accelerating Pinus halepensis germination with Solid Matrix Priming
At Semillistas we continue to explore ways to improve the efficiency of our plantings and increase the survival rates of the trees we plant. On this occasion, we are applying a treatment called Solid Matrix Priming to Pinus alepensis, a key species in the reforestation of Mediterranean ecosystems.
Optimizing germination: hydropriming for carob trees
At Semillistas we continue to perfect our planting techniques to improve efficiency in ecosystem restoration. Today we want to share in detail a key treatment we apply to carob (Ceratonia siliqua) seeds: hydropriming, a technique that accelerates germination and improves the seedling’s ability to cope with adverse conditions.
Mycorrhizae and seeds: a partnership for reforestation
This week we received in the laboratory our European volunteer team, who have been learning about the work we do with seeds and mycorrhizae. As part of their training, they carried out a key activity for ecological restoration: the extraction of mycorrhizal fungi spores to coat seeds.
In Los Guájares and Sierra Lújar, waiting for rain
At Semillistas, our hands are ready, our seeds are prepared, and our enthusiasm is intact. However, nature reminds us that the time to sow also depends on her.
A new Green Cycle with our European volunteers
Sunday the 12th was a very special day for our community at Semillistas: we welcomed twelve young people from the European Solidarity Corps who will accompany us for the next two months in Órgiva! These volunteers are full of energy, eager to learn and above all, with the enthusiasm to make a difference in the reforestation and regeneration of our forests.
Training for planters
On the 10th of January, we took a very important step to move forward with our reforestation projects. We held a special training for all the people we are going to hire to carry out the sowing, a key moment in which we prepared ourselves for one of the most fundamental tasks: sowing with love and knowledge!
Patagonia supports us for a second year.
Today we want to share with all of you something that fills us with joy and hope. We are very happy to announce that the company Patagonia has decided to support us for the second consecutive year with a generous contribution of 7,000 dollars to continue with our reforestation project. 🌳💚
Priming and Pre-germination: Reforestation Revolutionized
At Semillistas, we are always looking for ways to make reforestation more efficient and effective. Today we want to share with you one of our favorite techniques: priming, and how we combine it with pre-germination to overcome some of the biggest challenges in direct seeding.