Trees are the most important gifts of nature.Since the dawn of civilization,man has a close relationship with nature.They help us in maintaining the ecological balance which is essential for the preservation of life on earth.They are our friends.Trees play an important role in our life and economy.Trees are useful to us in many ways.They provide immense wealth and riches for us.We get from trees different kinds of nutritious fruits,such as mangoes,jackfruits,black berries,oranges,
pineapples etc.which make us healthy and protect us from diseases.By taking carbon dioxide and giving off oxygen in the air,trees help us exist on earth.Trees give shade and shelter to many people.Trees make the land fertile and save the soil from erosion.Trees attract rains.We get timber from trees.We use timbers in making houses,furniture etc.Trees are used as fuel.Trees are also our source of income.We can earn a lot of money by selling fruits and timber and thus help us to come out of the grip of poverty.We can also earn foreign exchange by exporting timber or furniture.
Bangladesh is mostly a flat and riverine country.Lands in the upper region of river are highly suitable for the growth and development of trees.Beaches,low-lying unused lands,sides of the highways and roads can be brought under the scheme of tree plantation.Again,in the hilly areas of Chittagong Hill Tracts and Syltet,there are many lands left unused.These lands can also be brought under tree plantation of different kinds of trees.Again,in the villages there are many places which can be used for tree plantation.June and July are the most suitable period for planting trees in our country.An extensive and vigorous campaign should be made for planting trees throughout the country.Both the government and private sectors should work hard for persuading the people of the importance of trees and evils of destruction of trees.As soon as a tree is cut down,it should be compensated for by planting two.Trees and forests bear a great impact on climate.A country needs trees to ensure a cool and healthy climate for her people.If we destory trees randomly,one day the country will turn into a desert.As a result,the country will face a great crisis because ours is an agricultural country and our country is dependent upon agriculture.Trees keep this soil strong and save us from flood and many other natural calamities.
So,let us plant more and more trees in our country and live a happy and prosperous life.