Essays about: "forests streams"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 29 essays containing the words forests streams.
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1. Consequences of alternative forest management in riparian buffer zones : a GIS analysis
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Forest Ecology and ManagementAbstract : With increasing pressure from policymakers and the general public to conduct alternative forest management throughout the European Union (EU), Sweden needs to find ways to best prioritize the implementation of this alternative management. Alternative management is a term used to describe alternative management methods to clear-cut rotation forestry and can include silvicultural methods such as continuous cover forestry, management increasing proportion tree diversity and presence of broadleaves, and extended rotation lengths. READ MORE
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2. Major forest companies and owner associations interpretation of policies and certification programs regarding riparian buffer zones
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Forest Ecology and ManagementAbstract : Human intervention in forests such as clearcut forestry have a negative impact on water quality and biodiversity. To maintain water quality and its biological values a commonly used method is to leave trees and shrubs closest to the water, in so called a buffer zone. READ MORE
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3. In vitro optimization of Swedish chaga (Inonotus obliquus) : the path to chaga cultivation in Sweden
University essay from SLU/Southern Swedish Forest Research CentreAbstract : Chaga has become more popular in recent years as a beneficial natural supplement and wellness tea. Understanding chaga source limitations and its harvest dynamics as well as it’s potential revenue streams would be important for future chaga growers in Sweden. READ MORE
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4. Riparian vegetation ecology : an observational study into the effects of forest management on understory vegetation communities along boreal headwaters
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Forest Ecology and ManagementAbstract : Riparian forests along headwater streams have long been recognized for their role as an interface between the terrestrial and aquatic ecosystem. The over- and understory vegetation performs essential ecological and biochemical functions, which are important for stream functions. READ MORE
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5. Circular Branches : Inter-organisational collaboration for circular economy in wood-based manufacturing in the Nordics
University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för Urbana Studier (US)Abstract : Circular economy (CE) proposes a transition in production and consumption practices that has a key relevance in wood-based industries, since forests are also connected to climate and biodiversity goals. If the bioeconomy is to sustainably suffice the increasing demand in the Nordics, wood-based manufacturing should become more circular. READ MORE
