Avoid cutting down big trees, Acting Director of Forestry in Tonj State, urges communities.
Majok Matou Luol says cutting trees can lead to reduction of rainfall and soil degradation in the area, Radio Don Bosco reports.
He advises farmers to take care of the forest by keeping big trees.
Seed Verification Director urges communities in Tonj to examine the seeds distributed by NGOs before planting.
Seeds verification is vital in detecting seeds destroyed by pests, he adds.
The officials spoke after returning from the ten-day workshop on forestry organized by FAO in Kwajok.