SGT University Adopts Miyawaki Technique for Tree Plantation, a First in Haryana
Gurugram, Haryana – SGT University has become the first institute in Haryana to implement the Miyawaki technique, a Japanese method, for tree plantations. The occasion was celebrated on World Environment Day with joint efforts from the Faculty of Agriculture and the Faculty of Horticulture. A total of 3000 saplings were planted using the Miyawaki technique, covering an area of 3000 square feet.
The Miyawaki technique allows for planting a greater number of plants in a smaller space, enabling the creation of forests even on limited land. This innovative technology, widely adopted worldwide, aims to protect and preserve the environment.
Pro Vice-Chancellor, Col. Sukhpal Singh, expressed his enthusiasm for the initiative, emphasizing SGT University’s commitment to training students in this technique. Unlike traditional methods that take around 10 years, plants grown with the Miyawaki technique mature in just three years and require less maintenance.
Col. Sukhpal Singh explained that the Miyawaki technique involves planting three to four plants within a single square foot, allowing their roots to support and nourish each other. He highlighted the importance of nurturing future environmental stewards to protect the environment.
During the event, Pro-Chancellor Dr. Rakesh Kumar Sharma addressed the issue of global warming, attributing its rise to deforestation. Dr. Sharma advised reducing the use of polythene as part of the university’s commitment to environmental preservation.
Ashok Kumar, Dean of Agriculture, emphasized the positive impact of Miyawaki Forests on controlling air, water, and soil pollution. He said: “This technique enhances the soil’s water-holding capacity, supports local biodiversity, and ensures a healthy environment.”
Dr. Vinod Asati, Head of the Horticulture Department, said that “with the Miyawaki technique, forests 30 times denser than traditional forests can be developed within 20 to 25 years, as opposed to the usual 100 to 150 years. This technique acts as an oxygen bank and benefits the environment.”
SGT University continues to lead by example in protecting and enhancing the environment. By adopting the Miyawaki technique, the university is paving the way for a greener and more sustainable future.