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SEEDLINGS DAMAGES AFFECTING CARBON SEQUESTRATION CAPACITY OF YOUNG CONIFEROUS STANDS
(STEF92 Technology, 2025-08-15, Liene Zēberga, Uldis Grīnfelds, Kristaps Ozoliņš, Guntars Šņepsts, Rinalds Trukss)
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As a result of rapid climate change, forest ecosystems are transforming, leading to insect outbreaks, such as the large pine weevil (Hylobius abietis L.). In Europe, the pine weevil is considered one of the most significant pests of coniferous trees, causing substantial financial losses estimated at around - 120 million annually. To limit or reduce the impact of this pest, it is essential to take preventive measures; otherwise, in unprotected stands, the extent of damage can reach 60-80%. Damage caused by the weev...
Forest Ecosystems2025