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Stay updated with the latest developments and discoveries in the world of plants and horticulture with our News Articles category. Here, you’ll find timely updates on conservation efforts, botanical breakthroughs, gardening trends, and industry news. Whether it’s a new species discovery, tips for sustainable gardening, or global botanical initiatives, this section keeps you informed and connected to the ever-evolving plant world. Perfect for enthusiasts, researchers, and nature lovers looking to stay in the know.

Nordic studies show the significance of old-growth forests for biodiversity

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Nordic studies show the significance of old-growth forests for biodiversity

Researchers conducted a systematic review of 99 scientific publications that compared the flora or fauna of old-growth forests, managed forests and clearcut sites in boreal Europe. The reviewed studies showed large differences in the species communities inhabiting these forest types. The species richness of full-canopy forests increases as the forest gets older. Clearcut sites are also species-rich, but they are inhabited by a distinct set of species in comparison to full-canopy forests.

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Will directly sown seeds push through leaf mulch?

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Will directly sown seeds push through leaf mulch?

Its been a dry spring here so I mulched over where I directly sowed my seeds with an inch or so of leaf mulch to keep the soil from getting roasted and dried out while seeds are germinating. I am less worried about the cucumbers, squash, etc and more worried about the teeny delicate flower seeds and whatnot. Thoughts?

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Ecology Careers Q&A: Skills to Build to Be Competitive on the Job Market

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Ecology Careers Q&A: Skills to Build to Be Competitive on the Job Market

This blog series is derived from live question-and-answer interactions during our running webinar series on career exploration in ecology, hosted by Aaron Stoler and the Private & Public Sector Ecologists Section. Q: What specific skills should I focus on developing during my time as a graduate student to be competitive in environmental consulting? Lara Pomi-Urbat: I would focus on the…

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