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Old-growth trees more drought tolerant than younger ones, providing a buffer against climate change

A new analysis of more than 20,000 trees on five continents shows that old-growth trees are more drought tolerant than younger trees in the forest canopy and may be better able to withstand future climate extremes.
A timber sale in Oregon tests Biden’s pledge to protect older trees

A timber sale in Oregon tests Biden’s pledge to protect older trees

Conservationists are demanding the Forest Service drop its plans to log mature trees. The agency is plowing ahead.

clear cutting B.C.'s old-growth trees

Forest selfies are helping save B.C.'s old-growth trees

For over a decade, TJ Watt has been shooting photos of disappearing forests in Canada's westernmost province. This striking before-and-after series may help protect what's left.

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