Governor Arnold I. Palacios and Lt. Governor David M. Apatang, in partnership with the CNMI Division of Agriculture, proudly proclaimed October 1st as CNMI Arbor Day and the entire month of October 2024 as Arbor Month in the Commonwealth.
Governor Palacios commended the dedication and hard work of the Division of Agriculture staff, recognizing their efforts to restore and enhance the island’s natural beauty. He highlighted their significant progress in cultivating Flame Tree saplings, which will replace trees removed during infrastructure improvements—a task personally entrusted to them by both the Governor and Lt. Governor.
To mark the occasion, Governor Palacios and Lt. Governor Apatang took part in a ceremonial tree planting, symbolizing their commitment to preserving the environment and celebrating the newly proclaimed Arbor Day and Arbor Month in the CNMI.
