Di seguito gli ultimi articoli pubblicati sulle riviste della SISEF, iForest – Biogeoscience & Forestry (ISSN: 1971-7458) e Forest@ – Rivista di Selvicoltura ed Ecologia Forestale ( ISSN 1824-0119 ).
iForest – Biogeosciences & Forestry
- Köse N, Türkes M, Çelik H, Akkemik UIS PINUS PINEA GROWTH AFFECTED BY CLIMATE CHANGE IN WESTERN ANATOLIA?Abstract: Pinus pinea L. (Stone pine) is an important tree species in the Mediterranean basin, particularly in coastal regions characterized by a subtropical Mediterranean climate with dry summers. It is widely cultivated for its pine nuts and aesthetic appearance. The recent decrease in pine nut production in the Aegean Region has prompted us […]
- Mura M, Mura M, Scotti REVALUATION OF METHODS TO IMPROVE THE DIRECT ESTIMATION OF STANDING TREES VOLUMEAbstract: Estimating timber volume in forests is crucial for effective management and commercial purposes, particularly for forest owners and managers. Accurate volume estimates inform management decisions, growth monitoring, and silvicultural treatments. Traditional methods often involve destructive sampling, which presents logistical and economic challenges. This study evaluates the non-destructive methods of Hossfeld’s, centroid sampling, and […]
- Dvorák M, Janovská K, Rost MSEASONAL DYNAMICS OF CRYPTOSTROMA CORTICALE CONIDIAL SPREADAbstract: Cryptostroma corticale, the causal agent of sooty bark disease (SBD) in maples, is a typical tree pathogen that emerged as a result of climate change. In Central Europe, it primarily affects sycamore maple, with airborne conidia infecting fresh bark wounds, allowing the fungus to penetrate the wood. C. corticale may survive in an endophytic phase until the tree […]
- Mancino G, Falciano A, Trivigno MLCHANGE DETECTION METHODS FOR FOREST EXPANSION ASSESSMENT IN THE LAST TWENTY YEARS IN THE MEDITERRANEAN BASINAbstract: The evaluation of natural forest expansion is a crucial issue for understanding fundamental processes related to climate change and carbon uptake. The identification of forest expansion/reduction dynamics at a regional scale has been provided through multitemporal analyses of high-resolution satellite images. This study aims to compare different Change Detection […]
- Pimentel DJO, Feliciano ALP, Marangon LC, Pessoa MMDL, Da Silva MIO, Leite AP, Silva EACAN THE DYNAMICS OF FOREST RESTORATION REDUCE LANDSCAPE FRAGMENTATION IN THE ATLANTIC FOREST?Abstract: This study examines the landscape changes in two forest restoration areas: one adjacent to remaining forest fragments (AA) and the other non-adjacent (ANA), located in the municipality of Cabo de Santo Agostinho, Pernambuco, Brazil. The areas have been previously used for sugarcane cultivation […]
- Vijayanathan J, Lias MA, Mohd Yusof MSA, Abdullah MZ, Van Do T, Kadir WRNET ECOSYSTEM PRODUCTION OF A TROPICAL SECONDARY FOREST IN JENGKA, PAHANG, MALAYSIAAbstract: Secondary tropical forests are important contributors to atmospheric carbon exchanges in tropical regions. However, our understanding of how secondary succession affects carbon cycling and carbon sequestration in these ecosystems is limited. We studied carbon cycling and net ecosystem production (NEP) in a secondary lowland forest […]
- Jayasekara D, Dhananjani T, Mendis V, Jayawickrama H, Prasad T, Gunarathna MM, Gunarathna P, Mahaulpatha DMAPPING THE VEGETATION AND SPATIAL DYNAMICS OF SINHARAJA TROPICAL RAIN FOREST INCORPORATING NASA’S GEDI SPACEBORNE LIDAR DATA AND MULTISPECTRAL SATELLITE IMAGESAbstract: This study integrates NASA’s Global Ecosystem Dynamics Investigation (GEDI) spaceborne LiDAR data with multispectral satellite imagery to map the vegetation and assess spatial dynamics within the Sinharaja Forest Reserve (SFR). Utilizing advanced remote sensing […]
- Jorge C, Paulo JA, Tomé MTREE BIOMASS MODELS FOR THE ENTIRE PRODUCTION CYCLE OF QUERCUS SUBERAbstract: The demand for accurate biomass estimates is more pressing than ever. Cork oak (Quercus suber) presents particular challenges for biomass estimation due to variability among trees, even within the same stand. One issue is that small cork oak trees in the understory are often overlooked, leading to an underestimation of stand biomass. Characterising stand […]
- Alsanousi AA, Abdul-Hamid H, Mohamed J, Masoud MPINUS HALEPENSIS MILL. IN THE MEDITERRANEAN REGION: A REVIEW OF ECOLOGICAL SIGNIFICANCE, GROWTH PATTERNS, AND SOIL INTERACTIONSAbstract: This review synthesizes current knowledge on Pinus halepensis Mill. with a specific emphasis on its ecological importance, growth dynamics, and interactions with soil in the Mediterranean region. As a dominant species in afforestation projects globally, particularly in the Mediterranean Basin, this article offers a concise overview […]
- Casati Fernandes H, Manhães AP, Alonso JM, Mantuano D, Martini AM, Saavedra MM, Andrade MT, Sansevero JBEFFECT OF RESTORATION METHODS ON NATURAL REGENERATION IN THE BRAZILIAN ATLANTIC FORESTAbstract: Climate change and ecosystem degradation have achieved unprecedented levels nowadays. In this context, assessing restoration projects to recover native vegetation and ecosystem services is fundamental to understanding the success of these initiatives. This study evaluated the effects of different restoration techniques on […]
Forest@ – Rivista di Selvicoltura ed Ecologia Forestale
- Abstract: Forest fires represent a growing threat to ecosystems and communities in the EMEA region (Europe, Middle East, and North Africa), with the year 2023 ranking among the five most critical years since 2000. In Italy, forest fires showed a significant intensification, with a 36% increase in total burned areas compared to 2022, affecting 1073 km2 of territory, of which 157 km2 were covered by forests. The analysis of affected […]
- Abstract: Forests provide essential ecosystem services we rely on, including climate regulation and mitigation, biodiversity conservation, clean water and air supply, food and energy production, and improvement of human health and well-being. However, their functioning is significantly altered by different global change drivers related to human activities, such as increasing atmospheric CO2 and pollution, with particular reference to the increase in reactive nitrogen (N) in the atmosphere and their deposition […]
- Abstract: Inclusive decision-making models and public participation processes are now established and consolidated tools in the management of natural resources. In the national context, several Italian regions adopted and implemented inclusive decision-making models in forest policy and planning. This study outlines the structure of the public participation process employed by the Basilicata region in the development of the Regional Forestry Programme (PFR) for the period 2025-2044. The Basilicata Region has […]
- Abstract: The 34th European Dendroecological Fieldweek was held in Bardonecchia (TO), Italy, from August 23rd to 30th. The European Dendroecological Fieldweek is a summer school for students and young researchers interested in exploring and deepening the theme of dendrochronology and all its declinations. This year, the participants were divided into several groups to develop original projects on different topics, from dendroecology to dendroclimatology, dendroarchaeology, and wood anatomy. In addition to […]
- Abstract: The recent restoration of Notre Dame Cathedral’s “Forest of Wooden Beams” exemplifies the enduring relevance of traditional construction methods and forest science in contemporary architecture. This monumental project, recently completed, utilized about 2,400 carefully selected oak beams, showcasing centuries-old French forestry practices rooted in meticulous silviculture. These practices, dating back to Colbert (1619-1683), produce high-quality timber with fine texture and uniform growth patterns, meeting today’s stringent structural standards. In […]
- Abstract: The paper examines the crucial role of forests in regulating climate and biodiversity, proposing management and conservation approaches to address the climate crisis and maintain the planet’s balance. Migration to another planet is not feasible in the near term due to vast distances, the human body’s inability to thrive for extended periods outside of Earth-like conditions, and the necessity of co-evolving with a planet’s biodiversity. Biodiversity loss may be […]
- Abstract: Based on the evidence from the recently updated list of the most influential forestry researchers worldwide from a bibliometric perspective, along with other analyses, this note offers some reflections in the form of a brief, commented discussion on the need for greater recognition of experimental research in silviculture. Keywords: Forestry, Scientific Publishing, Bibliometric Impact, Silvicultural Research, Italy Forest@ 21 (6): 80-81 (2024) – doi: 10.3832/efor4759-021https://foresta.sisef.org/contents/?id=efor4759-021
- Abstract: A useful glossary to describe the forest in a simple and scientifically correct way and to explain its importance for the future of our society. Keywords: Forests, Glossary, Accuracy, Meaning Forest@ 21 (5): 78-79 (2024) – doi: 10.3832/efor0041-021https://foresta.sisef.org/contents/?id=efor0041-021
- Abstract: Forest residues include branches, tops, and the material remaining following utilization operations. They play a fundamental role in our ecosystems by influencing the presence and abundance of micro- and macronutrients, reducing erosion, and increasing the level of both plant and animal biodiversity. The Italian regulatory framework for forest management, composed of a constellation of rules from different institutional levels, places the regulation for the management of forest residues in […]
- Abstract: With the incorporation of the State Forest Corps into the Carabinieri Corps and the establishment at the Ministry of Agriculture of the “General Direction of Forests” in November 2017, later renamed “General Direction of Mountain Economy and Forests” (DIFOR), many things have changed in the national and regional forestry sector, as forestry has been gradually given a new political and institutional status. DIFOR has initiated an unprecedented process of […]