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Burning plus tree retention boosts natural forest regrowth in Finland after 11 years
- April 16, 2026 at 1:00 AM
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Prescribed burning, when combined with tree retention, can effectively support natural regeneration in managed boreal forests, new research shows. The study demonstrates that post-fire seedling establishment remains strong across key commercial species, Scots pine and birch, suggesting that integrating these practices may help reconcile biodiversity goals with sustainable forest management.
Originally published at Phys.org