Pine plantations typically take seven to 10 years to mature. By then, their value increases significantly.
Iringa/Njombe. A few years ago, when his three children were still in primary school, Wanging’ombe farmer Mr Alphonse Chengula made a bold prediction.
“The three children you see have all the school fees they need to complete their education, even up to PhD level. I already have the money,” he said.
His confidence was rooted not in a bank account but in pine trees.
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