Mapping how deforested land in Africa is used
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Africa's forested areas—an estimated 14 % of the global forest area—are continuing to decline at an increasing rate—mostly because of human activities to convert forest land for economic purposes. As natural forests are important CO2 and biodiversity reservoirs, this development has a significant impact on climate change and affects the integrity of nature.
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Land deals meant to improve food security may have hurt
HH.Prince Mahamadou Ahmed on LinkedIn: Mapping how deforested land in Africa is used! Africa's forested areas an…
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Thousands of native plants are unphotographed, and citizen scientists can help fill the gaps - The Global Plant Council
Global Plant Council - New genetic strategy for preventing breakdown of plant oils needed for biofuels and other products Scientists have developed a genetic method to enhance plant oil production, crucial for
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Fires in Central Africa During July 2014
Martin Herold — Research@WUR
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Indonesia, EU pact to stop illegal timber exports
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Decoding the Secrets of Deforested Lands Across Africa With Satellite Precision
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Up-trending farming and landscape disruptions threaten Paris climate agreement goals
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Research Archives - The Global Plant Council
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Research examines long-term economic impact of cover crops