Fire Refugia Boost Forest Regeneration After Severe Wildfires
Wildfires have always been part of natural forest cycles, but today’s fires are different. Climate change has made them larger,…
Forestry
Forestry is the science and art of managing, conserving, and utilizing forests and their resources to meet the needs of society while ensuring environmental sustainability. Forests cover about 31% of the Earth’s land area and play a critical role in maintaining ecological balance, supporting biodiversity, and combating climate change.
Vapor Pressure Deficit Emerges as Key To Global Wildfire Threats To Forests
Forests around the world are burning at an alarming rate, and a new study published in Nature Communications reveals that rising atmospheric…
New Study Reveals How Trees Prioritize Water Use Over Downstream Needs
Forests play a vital role in balancing Earth’s water cycles, acting as natural regulators that move water between the soil,…
Triple Threat of Climate Change to US Forests: Fire, Drought, and Pests
Forests are one of Earth’s most powerful tools for fighting climate change. They absorb billions of tons of carbon dioxide…
Ancient Ferns Uncover A Hidden ‘Stress Memory’ That Let Plants Survive Drought
Plants have thrived on land for hundreds of millions of years, and their success owes much to tiny pores called stomata (singular:…
Sacrificing Old Boreal Forests for Profit Is Rewriting Earth’s Ecosystems
Boreal forests, stretching across the northern parts of the world, are among Earth’s most vital ecosystems. Often referred to as…
Vicious Cycle of Forest Degradation: How Economic Growth Can Destroy Forests
Forests are the backbone of life on Earth, providing clean air, shelter for countless species, and livelihoods for over 1.6…
How Community Forestry Is Transforming Mangrove Conservation?
Mangrove forests are among the most vital ecosystems on our planet. These unique coastal trees and shrubs thrive in salty…
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Rootstock Selection Effects The Growth and Reproduction in Hybrid Larch Grafting
Grafting has long been a cornerstone of horticulture and forestry, enabling the propagation of elite trees and the establishment of…
42,000-Year-Old Tree Just Revealed When Earth’s Next Magnetic Flip Will Happen
Scientists have gained a rare glimpse into a moment 42,000 years ago when Earth’s magnetic field temporarily went out of…