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Forest Monitoring - more than just data

In order to gain a better understanding of the impact of climate change, deposition, and other factors effecting forests in Germany and Europe we maintain standardized forest monitoring programmes.

Forests in climate change

Which tree species and provenances are particularly suitable for adapting forests to climate change? In view of the drought damage of recent years, this question is of high practical relevance.

The European beech, most common deciduous tree in Germany

The European beech is a typical tree of Central Europe. The highly competitive tree species had long been considered a hopeful candidate for climate-stable mixed forests, but is now also increasingly suffering from climate-induced drought. As an important deciduous tree in German forests, it is of particular interest.

The German National Forest Inventory

It's that time again: Currently, measuring teams of the Federal Forest Inventory are again measuring trees in the forest and collecting many other characteristics.

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Provenance Research – the Backbone of Tree Improvement

Trees show genetic adaptations to their habitats. The aim of forest genetic research is to improve forests in regard to future challenges such as climate change or increasing wood demand.

Wildlife - pro or contra?

Wild animals are an important and desirable part of our cultural landscapes. However, in certain areas they can also "disturb": they bite trees, root up fields, cause traffic accidents and transmit diseases. Wildlife management issues are controversial, depending on the interests at stake.

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