Tree Care Operations: Preserving Trees, Securing Croplands, and Advancing Ecological Conservation
In the bustling city of Gurugram, a young prodigy named Abeer Rohan Gosain is making waves with his innovative IoT-powered tree health monitoring system, Trevive. But the importance of tree care extends far beyond just monitoring – it's about nurturing and protecting our green partners in the farming journey.
Tree surgery, a professional practice, is essential for maintaining tree health and safety. It involves a range of services, from assessment and pruning to removal, all aimed at improving tree vigor, controlling hazards, preserving tree structure, and enhancing landscape aesthetics. The process begins with a thorough evaluation of the tree's health and environment, followed by skillful pruning or trimming to maintain tree shape, remove dead or dangerous limbs, and promote growth.
When necessary, tree surgeons use techniques like rigging, crane-assisted removal, or traditional felling, choosing methods based on site constraints, tree size, and safety considerations. But tree surgery is not just for heritage trees. It's useful for managing orchards, farm bunds, and community spaces, making our surroundings greener and safer.
In some cases, trees may need rejuvenation, a targeted technique used to restore the health and vitality of declining or neglected trees. This involves more intensive pruning or cutting back of the tree to stimulate new growth and can include treatments like soil improvement or pest control. Unlike general tree surgery, which covers a broad range of care and removal services, rejuvenation focuses on reviving aging or distressed trees to extend their lifespan and improve their structure.
Large trees in villages, while providing shade and beauty, can also pose risks. They can block sunlight, create safety problems during storms, and potentially damage livestock, electric wires, or people. Tree surgery helps trees recover, preventing accidents and keeping our surroundings green and safe.
In a significant move, the Horticulture Department (MCD) has launched a tree ambulance service. Farmers or local people can request this service by contacting [email protected]. The tree ambulance is a vehicle equipped with tools and materials for tree treatment, including ladders, hoses, nets, chemicals, and trained workers.
Trees are partners in our farming journey, and taking care of old and damaged trees through tree surgery protects both nature and human life. Selective pruning and branch removal can help prevent these risks and maintain the beauty and value of land. Early pruning of young trees helps them grow strong and balanced, reducing future problems like tilting or broken branches.
The first publication of this article was on July 24, 2025, marking a step forward in raising awareness about the importance of tree surgery and rejuvenation. Let's embrace these green guardians and ensure a safer, greener future for all.
Science plays a crucial role in advancing tree surgery techniques, contributing to improved health and wellness for both trees and the environment. Fitness and exercise, in a metaphorical sense, can be extended to trees through proper pruning and care, promoting their growth and longevity in environmental-science studies.
