The Institute for Forests and Nature Conservation (IFCN) rejects the interpretation that a reduction in plant production in 2025 represents a decrease in the capacity of its forest nurseries. In a response to a news report by Diário de Notícias, the IFCN accuses the newspaper of "decontextualizing" the figures and presenting an interpretation that does not reflect the Institute's current reality.
The Institute argues that a "paradigm shift" is underway, focusing on increased species diversity, strengthening native plants, and aligning production with reforestation needs. It presents data showing a rise in the number of species produced, particularly indigenous ones, and a predominance of native plants in current output. The IFCN also highlights its stock of 163,000 plants ready for transplanting.
However, the IFCN's statement does not address the human resource limitations that the Institute itself had identified as a cause for failing to meet targets in 2025. Previous documents indicated that staff shortages led to the reassignment of nursery workers to other duties and an "abnormally high number of medical leaves," factors that supported the original report on decreased production.
