Nostr notes by The Global Plant Council

Strategic tree planting could help Canada become carbon neutral ...

2026-03-03T08:16:08Z

Strategic tree planting could help Canada become carbon neutral by mid-century

A new study finds that Canada could remove at least five times its annual carbon emissions with strategic planting of more than six million hectares of trees along the northern edge of the boreal forest.

https://globalplantcouncil.org/strategic-tree-planting-could-help-canada-become-carbon-neutral-by-mid-century/ via University of Waterloo #PlantScience #Science #forestry #forest #trees

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A century of data reveals declining forest diversity Researchers ...

2025-09-08T10:12:02Z

A century of data reveals declining forest diversity

Researchers have analyzed 96 years of forest census data to better understand ecological changes and inform management practices. Their study, reveals concerning homogenization trends. This means the forest has become less diverse over time, losing trees that played a critical role in its ecosystem.

https://globalplantcouncil.org/a-century-of-data-reveals-declining-forest-diversity/ via ACESIllinois #PlantScience #forestry #science #trees #biodiversity

Biodiversity loss due to agricultural trade 3 times higher ...

2025-01-15T08:32:47Z

Biodiversity loss due to agricultural trade 3 times higher

Intensive land use for #agriculture in tropical regions has caused over 90% of #biodiversity loss since 1995, , far exceeding previous estimates of 20-30%. Research using satellite data highlights hotspots like Brazil, Indonesia, and Madagascar.. Solutions include transparent supply chains, fair pricing, and promoting sustainable domestic agriculture.

https://globalplantcouncil.org/land-use-in-tropical-regions-biodiversity-loss-due-to-agricultural-trade-three-times-higher-than-thought/ #PlantScience #forest #forestry #science #biodiversity

Agricultural plastic pollution reduces soil function A new study ...

2024-12-17T10:35:13Z

Agricultural plastic pollution reduces soil function

A new study reveals that plastic, even under best practices, contaminates soils with macro- and microplastics, harming critical soil functions. Sampling 12 California farms, researchers found significant plastic debris. To protect soil health and productivity, biodegradable alternatives to plastic mulch are urgently needed.

https://globalplantcouncil.org/agricultural-plastic-pollution-reduces-soil-function/ #PlantScience #PlantSci #Science #Plants #SoilHealth #Soil #Agriculture

Misinformation & #disinformation : both prebunking & ...

2024-11-25T09:44:12Z

Misinformation & #disinformation : both prebunking & debunking work for fighting it

For individuals who trust public authorities, their debunks were more effective in reducing #misinformation credibility & agreement. However, for those wi low trust, public authority debunks backfired, slightly increasing credibility of the misinformation. Highlights need for tailored communication strategies rather than one-size-fits-all approaches.

https://globalplantcouncil.org/misinformation-and-disinformation-both-prebunking-and-debunking-work-for-fighting-it/ v @EUCommission #Scicomm #Science

Researchers emphasize the crucial role of herbarium collections ...

2024-10-10T07:56:46Z

Researchers emphasize the crucial role of herbarium collections in supporting biodiversity conservation. They advocate for increased funding to herbaria, which face financial threats, citing their effectiveness in generating high-quality, unbiased biodiversity data. While citizen science contributes, herbarium specimens provide a more accurate record of Canada’s plant diversity and distribution, aiding conservation goals.

https://globalplantcouncil.org/digitally-cataloguing-archived-plant-specimens-can-transform-conservation-efforts/ #PlantScience #Science #Biodiversity #Plants

A 23-year study found that barley grown under organic farming ...

2024-05-30T07:39:59Z

A 23-year study found that barley grown under organic farming conditions developed unique genetic adaptations, enhancing resilience to nutrient and water deficiencies.

Unlike conventionally farmed barley, which became genetically uniform, organic barley maintained genetic diversity, aiding adaptation to environmental changes.

https://globalplantcouncil.org/long-term-study-finds-organic-farming-leads-to-adaptations-in-the-genetic-material-in-plants/ v Universität-Bonn #PlantScience #PlantSci #Science #Plants #barley #crops #cereals #environment