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Fine Root Biomass Dynamics in Brackish Marsh Vegetation
In this article, we delve into a pivotal study conducted in the unique environment of a cool-temperate brackish marsh. The research, titled “Estimation of fine root biomass using a minirhizotron technique among three vegetation types in a cool-temperate brackish marsh,” offers crucial insights into the complex world beneath our feet – the intricate and often… Continue reading…
Advancing Agricultural Monitoring: A Look at UAV LiDAR and Multispectral Data Integration
Welcome to another exciting blog post where we explore the cutting-edge research that’s shaping the future of agriculture. Today, we’re diving into a fascinating study titled “Multiscale Inversion of Leaf Area Index in Citrus Tree by Merging UAV LiDAR with Multispectral Remote Sensing Data.” Conducted by a team of researchers led by Weicheng Xu and… Continue reading…
Shedding Light on Forest-Savanna Transitions: A Deep Look into Canopy Closure, Light Gradients, and Ecological Dynamics
Hello, ecology enthusiasts and curious minds! Today, we’re diving deep into a pivotal study reshaping our understanding of forest-savanna transitions titled “Steal the light: shade vs fire-adapted vegetation in forest–savanna mosaics” By Tristan Charles-Dominique, Guy F. Midgley, Kyle W. Tomlinson, and William J. Bond. Armed with a Plant Canopy Imager for Leaf Area Index (LAI)… Continue reading…
The Root Traits Reducing Landslide Susceptibility
Stabilization of slope hillsides is one of the crucial ecosystem functions of roots. Roots modify mechanical and hydrological soil properties to reduce landslide susceptibility, which is one of the main benefits of root traits reducing landslide susceptibility. Roots reinforce soil, provide structural support, deepen anchoring, and help to dry soils quickly after rains. Several underlying… Continue reading…
Root Systems and Resilience: Exploring the Minirhizotron’s Role in the Root2Res Project
We are thrilled to share this insightful video produced by Arvalis, which explores the critical role of root systems in addressing climate change. Utilizing our CI-600 Minirhizotron system, Arvalis has conducted pioneering research that delves into the heart of plant production. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone involved in this project, from the researchers… Continue reading…
Exploring Vegetative Shading: An Insight into Ecological Complexities and the Role of Hemispherical Photography
Understanding the natural world requires exploring the intricate ecological phenomena that shape our environment. A recent study on vegetative shading has emerged as a significant contribution to this field, offering valuable insights through innovative methodologies and technology, including hemispherical photography. Research Objectives The primary goal of this research was to design a conceptual model to… Continue reading…
Guide: Connecting Root Traits to Functions
A growing interest in connecting root traits to functions has identified significant patterns. Several root traits can be involved in a single plant function, and the importance of trait contribution will differ depending on species, biomes, seasons, environment, and soil types. The widely studied morphological and architectural root traits are root length density, root diameter… Continue reading…
How Does Climate Change Affect Forest Canopy?
Drought, carbon dioxide levels, and warm temperatures are the factors that impact forest canopy the most. Climate change weakens trees, reduces leaf area, and leads to tree mortality. Increasing wildfires and insect attacks due to drought will alter the canopy completely. Tree canopy degradation can occur due to climate change effects on various levels of… Continue reading…
5 Ways Mycorrhizae Influence Forest Productivity
Ectomycorrhiza is commonly found in forests, especially in temperate and boreal regions. Arbuscular mycorrhizae, a type of endomycorrhiza, is more common in the tropics, grasslands, plantations, and deserts. A tree can have more than one type of mycorrhiza, each making a distinct contribution to its hosts. Mycorrhiza increases access and absorption of nutrients and water,… Continue reading…
Exploring Potato Genotypes’ Response to Drought Stress with minirhizotron: A Conversation on Research and Innovative Technology
From Maverick: “I would like to thank my thesis supervisor Laurent Leport and Brice Dupuis, and also the technician with whom I work, Gaetan Riot” In this intriguing conversation, we get an inside look into the research conducted by Maverick Gouerou, a researcher studying potato genotypes’ response to drought stress in field conditions. With the… Continue reading…
