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How can forest managers deal with spirituality?
- Yoga in the woods or forest bathing? Dutch forests are increasingly the setting for spiritual activities. As a result, forest managers have to... -
How do trees survive dry and hot summers? Leaf lifespan and growth recovery are key
- Climate change has an effect on forests and trees. They suffer from heatwaves and periods of drought. But although we see tree mortality increase as a... -
Cut pesticide use, but how?
- The use of pesticides is heavily debated. On paper, it's possible to significantly reduce pesticide usage through clever interventions, but reality... -
New stands in the List of Varieties of Trees
- The Centre for Genetic Resources Netherlands (CGN) is continuously looking for new seed sources for inclusion in the List of Varieties of Trees. In... -
Europe is not prepared for rapidly growing climate risks
- Europe is the fastest-warming continent in the world and governments are too slow in taking action to reduce these climate risks. According to... -
Expertise on all earth systems and society in one new research group
- Wageningen University & Research has strengthened its ability to contribute to sustainable futures, considering the many global change challenges... -
AI reveals landscape patterns after deforestation in Africa
- Deforestation poses a significant threat to Africa's diverse landscapes, with forests making way for various land uses. But how does that look from... -
AI reveals landscape patterns after deforestation in Africa
- Deforestation poses a significant threat to Africa's diverse landscapes, with forests making way for various land uses. But how does that look from... -
How land management can improve water security in Africa
- A study based on a massive data set spanning 19 countries in sub-Saharan Africa offers hope for improving water security for millions - through... -
How land management can improve water security in Africa
- A study based on a massive data set spanning 19 countries in sub-Saharan Africa offers hope for improving water security for millions - through...