Over 2000 new trees for Neubulach and Wildberg: A green sign!

Over 2000 new trees for Neubulach and Wildberg: A green sign!

There is currently a lot of planting going on in Neubulach and Wildberg! Over 2,000 new trees have found their place in these two communities thanks to a large-scale reforestation campaign. 1,200 new trees were planted in a cleared area alone, while an additional 950 thujas, cedars and serviceberries were planted in Wildberg. The seedlings come from the Environment and Nature Foundation of Sparda-Bank Baden-Württemberg, which has been actively committed to protecting and reforesting the Baden-Württemberg forest since 2020.

The mayors Ulrich Bünger and Lars Dannemann thanked on behalf of the cities of Wildberg and Neubulach for the support from the foundation and the cooperation partners such as the German Forest Protection Association, which finds suitable areas in interested municipalities. In a project of this magnitude, the importance of the forest is undisputed, especially in the face of climate change, which has also led to heated discussions in the local council about forest management and sustainability.

Reforestation as a response to climate change

Climatic changes such as stormy weather events and periods of drought represent a major challenge for forestry. It is becoming increasingly important to promote more resilient mixed and deciduous forests. One possibility for this is reforestation measures with Douglas firs, which, according to umweltbundesamt.de, have a higher resistance to climate change. However, the ecological risks of such non-native tree species are also discussed.

The processes that occur during reforestation are now well documented. How should tree species be selected? What is the best soil preparation and how can a healthy water balance be ensured? These questions concern not only local initiatives, but also large research projects coordinated by the federal government. The focus here is on sustainable forestry.

The challenges of implementation

The planting campaign also presented the communities with challenges. Thomas Wald, the forest district manager in Neubulach, reported on the great effort involved in the reforestation project and the special planting, which was particularly difficult due to the steep terrain. The weather also plays a crucial role: the young plants need a lot of water in order to grow successfully. The fire department has promised to artificially irrigate the young seedlings during dry periods to ensure they develop well.

In connection with the climatic changes, a water abstraction ban was recently issued for the Nagold. Although there was no special permit, Inge Hormel from the forestry department in the Calw district offered her support on similar issues. This proactive approach demonstrates a tireless effort to actively promote forest management in the region while minimizing the consequences of climate change.

In summary, it can be said that the initiative in Neubulach and Wildberg is a sign of a good hand in municipal forestry policy. The combination of reforestation and the commitment of communities not only illustrates an informed approach to climate challenges, but also gives local biodiversity a chance to recover and grow again. It remains exciting to see how this new forest will develop and what positive effects it will have for the region and our environment.