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Environmental Sciences
Fatih Sivrikaya, Mehmet Isik
Summary: This study evaluated the above-ground biomass estimation using different approaches in a forest district in Turkey. The analysis of variance revealed significant differences between the estimations of the three approaches.
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT JOURNAL
(2022)
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Agronomy
Chen Lv, Tahseen Saba, Jingyan Wang, Wenkai Hui, Wei Gong
Summary: This study evaluates the ecosystem carbon pools and carbon sequestration effectiveness of different land-use types, and concludes that the conversion of farmland to Zanthoxylum bungeanum plantations is the best approach in the arid valley area when considering ecosystem carbon sequestration and economic benefits.
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Plant Sciences
Siying Yan, Baisha Weng, Lanshu Jing, Wuxia Bi
Summary: The study analyzed the resource allocation of different component organs of maize under drought stress, revealing the adaptability of maize to drought conditions. The results showed that the water content of each component organ decreased during the drought period, but the water content distribution ratio (WCDR) of the root and stem increased. Under different drought treatments, the root biomass and fruit biomass increased, while the leaf biomass decreased. The study also found that the allometric growth model constructed under sufficient water is not suitable for drought stress. This research helps to understand the adaptive strategies of maize's coordinated growth under drought stress and provides a reference for predicting grain yield under climate change.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
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Forestry
Tyas Mutiara Basuki, Budi Leksono, Himlal Baral, Sarah Andini, Novi Sari Wahyuni, Yustina Artati, Eunho Choi, Seongmin Shin, Raehyun Kim, A-Ram Yang, Yusuf B. Samsudin, Eritrina Windyarini
Summary: This study presents allometric equations for predicting aboveground biomass, belowground biomass, and total above- and belowground biomass of Calophyllum inophyllum L. The models using natural logarithm of diameter at breast height and height showed good fit and accuracy, with the model using lnDBH being more precise. These equations can help improve accurate biomass quantification for carbon-trading schemes involving C. inophyllum L.
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Forestry
Xue Sun, Xingchang Wang, Chuankuan Wang, Quanzhi Zhang, Qingxi Guo
Summary: Subcanopy tree species play an important role in temperate secondary forests, but there is a lack of reported biomass equations for these species. This study established biomass equations for six common subcanopy species in Northeast China and found that including tree height as a predictor improved the model's accuracy. The allocation of biomass to different components varied among species, affecting the performance of the mixed-species model for specific biomass components.
JOURNAL OF FORESTRY RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiong-zhong Ma, Xin-ping Wang
Summary: The study on biomass allocation patterns and allometric models ofSalsola passerinashrub in the Alxa Desert steppe revealed that biomass accumulation increased with age, aboveground components accounted for a high proportion, and root to shoot biomass ratios increased with shrub age. Allometric models with two-input variables outperformed single-variable models, with crown area and basal diameter being the best predictors for biomass ofS. passerinashrub.
LAND DEGRADATION & DEVELOPMENT
(2021)
Article
Forestry
Daniel J. Chmura, Marzenna Guzicka, Roman Rozkowski
Summary: The study reveals significant differences in aboveground carbon accumulation among different populations, reaching up to 91% (Scots pine) and 74% (Norway spruce). Norway spruce stands experienced reduced stand density due to wind and insect damage, and may benefit from planting in mixtures with other tree species for increased stability and resistance.
FOREST ECOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Lizhu Guo, Huizhen Meng, Ke Teng, Xifeng Fan, Hui Zhang, Wenjun Teng, Yuesen Yue, Juying Wu
Summary: The study demonstrates that supplying nitrate as a nitrogen source significantly promotes growth and nitrogen accumulation in buffalograss seedlings, playing a crucial role in facilitating vegetative propagation. On the other hand, applications of ammonium have detrimental effects on buffalograss seedlings growth, indicating the importance of avoiding nitrogen applications as NH4+-N.
Article
Forestry
Hazandy Abdul-Hamid, Fatin-Norliyana Mohamad-Ismail, Johar Mohamed, Zaiton Samdin, Rambod Abiri, Tuan-Marina Tuan-Ibrahim, Lydia-Suzieana Mohammad, Abdul-Majid Jalil, Hamid-Reza Naji
Summary: This study aimed to develop a site-specific allometric equation for biomass estimation of a mix-mature mangrove forest. Results showed that the single variable (D) equation provided an accurate estimation, which was slightly improved when incorporated with the H variable. However, including the rho variable achieved the best fit for both small-scale and large-scale data, as well as for imbalanced sample species. Therefore, excluding the H variable while including the rho variable should be considered as an important determinant in mixed mangrove species and uneven-aged stand for aboveground biomass estimation.
Article
Plant Sciences
Siraj, Nasrullah Khan, Mohammad Okla, Saud Al-amri, Wahidah Al-Qahtani, Mostafa Abdel-Maksoud, Hamada AbdElgawad
Summary: This study aims to evaluate the influence of environmental variables on the morphological traits and biomass variability of Calotropis procera in a semi-arid environment. The results showed that altitude and slope were the most important factors affecting biomass variation and soil moisture content. Soil moisture and Phosphorus were also found to play an important role in enhancing the productivity of the plant species.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Forestry
Zhenzhao Xu, Wenxian Du, Guang Zhou, Lihou Qin, Shengwang Meng, Jian Yu, Zhen Sun, Bilige SiQing, Qijing Liu
Summary: The study proposes an improved method to obtain biomass data, establish species-specific allometric equations, and evaluate biomass allocation patterns for various tree species in a broad-leaved Korean pine forest in northeast China. The research findings indicate that the allometric models developed could effectively estimate dependent variables with almost no antilog correction required, and the biomass allocation of trees was influenced by tree diameter.
FOREST ECOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Thibaut Perron, Louis Mareschal, Jean-Paul Laclau, Lucie Deffontaines, Philippe Deleporte, Aurelien Masson, Thierry Cauchy, Frederic Gay
Summary: Rubber trees are the main source of natural rubber, and their plantations have expanded significantly over the past few decades. This study focused on understanding the dynamics of biomass and nutrient accumulation in rubber plantations, providing insights into nutrient demand patterns of rubber trees at different ages and soil types. Proper fertilization schedules for young rubber trees were highlighted as crucial for sustainable production.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shidi Huang, G. Daniel Sheng
Summary: The study found that the availability of lindane in soil was low, and there were similar trends in lindane uptake and translocation in seedlings among different groups under the same culture pattern.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Varghese Rani, Sivasankaran Bijoy Nandan, Paravanparambil Rajakumar Jayachandran, Chakkalakkal Mani Preethy, Suseela Sreelekshmi, Philomina Joseph, Chalil Veedu Asha
Summary: This study estimated the biomass carbon stock of 13 mangrove species in the South-West coast of India, filling gaps in global carbon stock assessment and increasing knowledge on biomass variability among mangrove species and habitats. The study emphasized the important role of biomass carbon pool in long-term soil carbon burial. Results showed a very high mean total living biomass carbon stock for Kochi mangroves, and significant differences in biomass stock between stations and within species. The study highlights the need for site- and species-specific equations to solve uncertainties in global mangrove carbon stock.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Juliane M. Henschel, Fred A. L. Brito, Thaline M. Pimenta, Edgard A. T. Picoli, Agustin Zsogon, Dimas M. Ribeiro
Summary: The research suggests that gibberellin levels have an impact on the growth of radish plants, particularly in interaction with light intensity. The use of a gibberellin biosynthesis inhibitor could lead to changes in plant growth, affecting biomass allocation and tuber nutritional quality.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Quadri A. Anibaba, Marcin K. Dyderski, Andrzej M. Jagodzinski
Summary: Heracleum mantegazzianum (Giant hogweed) has the potential to invade and shift its distribution in Europe due to climate change. The study identified the most important climatic factors for the species distribution and found that the suitable habitat will decrease overall, but may expand in northern Europe under climate change scenarios.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Review
Forestry
Francesco Latterini, Andrzej M. Jagodzinski, Pawel Horodecki, Walter Stefanoni, Rachele Venanzi, Rodolfo Picchio
Summary: This review provides an overview of time-motion studies in beech forests, emphasizing the importance of sustainable forest operations. Mechanized systems have shown satisfactory results in terms of work productivity, but further efforts are needed to enhance operator training for aerial extraction systems, which can ensure good work productivity and limited soil disturbances.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jacek Kamczyc, Maciej Skorupski, Marcin K. Dyderski, Pawel Horodecki, Mateusz Rawlik, Andrzej M. Jagodzinski
Summary: Habitat loss and fragmentation are major causes of biodiversity decline. The relationship between species diversity and environmental gradients in streamside forests was analyzed using soil mites as model species. The study found that plant community and associated environmental variables influenced the abundance and diversity of soil Mesostigmata mites, and the distance from mountain streams also affected ecosystem functioning.
LAND DEGRADATION & DEVELOPMENT
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Wojciech Bierza, Gabriela Wozniak, Agnieszka Kompala-Baba, Franco Magurno, Monika Malicka, Damian Chmura, Agnieszka Blonska, Andrzej M. Jagodzinski, Zofia Piotrowska-Seget
Summary: This study aimed to determine whether biotic or abiotic factors have a stronger influence on the biomass of soil microbial communities and soil respiration in novel ecosystems. The results showed that abiotic factors, particularly substrate pH, had a greater impact on microbial biomass than plant diversity.
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Patryk Czortek, Wojciech Adamowski, Katarzyna Kamionka-Kanclerska, Oliwia Karpinska, Andrzej Zalewski, Marcin K. Dyderski
Summary: This study is the first attempt to investigate the invasion mechanisms of Prunus cerasifera in temperate primeval forests. The results suggest that the distance to the propagule source and the diversity of understory vegetation play important roles in shaping the occurrence of this invasive species.
BIOLOGICAL INVASIONS
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Francesco Latterini, Marcin K. Dyderski, Pawel Horodecki, Mateusz Rawlik, Walter Stefanoni, Lars Hogbom, Rachele Venanzi, Rodolfo Picchio, Andrzej M. Jagodzinski
Summary: Fine roots are an important component of forest soil and their presence is significantly reduced by ground-based extraction technologies such as skidding and forwarding. Soil compaction caused by forwarding has a slightly greater impact on fine roots compared to skidding. The decrease in fine roots can still be observed even after 20 years of harvesting intervention. Comparative evaluations in different forestry contexts are recommended to better understand the effects. Best management practices and smarter planning of trail networks are strongly recommended to limit soil compaction. Rating: 8 points.
LAND DEGRADATION & DEVELOPMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Dorota Wronska-Pilarek, Sebastian Rymszewicz, Andrzej M. Jagodzinski, Radoslaw Gawrys, Marcin K. Dyderski
Summary: Understanding the response of vegetation composition and diversity to global changes is crucial for ecosystem management and conservation. This study assessed shifts in understory vegetation in a national park in Poland after 40 years of conservation, and found overall homogenization of forest vegetation and specific shift patterns in certain forest associations. The results highlight the importance of ongoing monitoring and management for preserving diversity and functionality in the face of global changes.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Forestry
Francesco Latterini, Marcin K. K. Dyderski, Pawel Horodecki, Rodolfo Picchio, Rachele Venanzi, Katharina Lapin, Andrzej M. M. Jagodzinski
Summary: The study developed an effect size summarization of the implications of forest management on litter decomposition rate, finding that clear-cutting leads to a significant reduction in litter decomposition rate, while retention forestry and logging activities do not have a significant overall effect. The study also found that stand type, climatic conditions, and percentage of biomass removal significantly affect litter decomposition rate.
CURRENT FORESTRY REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Forestry
Oliwia Karpinska, Katarzyna Kamionka-Kanclerska, Patryk Czortek, Marcin K. Dyderski, Dorota Czeszczewik
Summary: By analyzing the niche usage of birds on trees in temperate primeval forests, we found that tree species significantly affect the spatial distribution and specialization of bird assemblages. High specialization and niche separation are drivers of high bird diversity. Therefore, maintaining diverse stand structures is crucial for biodiversity conservation.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lukasz Dylewski, Weronika Banaszak-Cibicka, Lukasz Mackowiak, Marcin K. K. Dyderski
Summary: Human pressure on urban landscapes has negative consequences for urban plant species. Environmental and anthropogenic factors play a role in shaping urban wildlife communities. It is important to understand the impacts of urbanization and the introduction of alien plant species for biodiversity conservation and ecosystem services in urban areas.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Radoslaw Puchalka, Sonia Paz-Dyderska, Beata Woziwoda, Marcin K. Dyderski
Summary: This study predicted the climate niche shifts and threat levels for Vaccinium myrtillus L. and V. vitis-idaea L. under various climate change scenarios. The precipitation of the warmest quarter was found to be the most important factor in shaping their climatic niches. The most pessimistic scenario predicted significant range losses for both species, mainly in Western Europe. Under the most optimistic scenario, both species would lose 39% of their climatic niche for both periods. In the worst-case scenario for 2061-2080, climatic niche contraction would cover 47% and 39% of the current climatic niche for V. myrtillus and V. vitis-idaea, respectively.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
