Wedgetail’s Post

The role of every plant plant leaf is to do photosynthesis, however, how they get there differs across species. From the amount of hairs, to the leaf shape or size, they are all purposeful to the growing conditions of each plant. If you would like to know more about how plants work, sign up to our walk here https://buff.ly/3ZpxBc7..

Some Like It Cold. Many of our plant species benefit from cold stratification, so by exposing the seed to wet, cold conditions we avoid irregular germination and can start pricking out as early as March. New stock expected April onwards!

Flashback Friday! Let's revisit an insightful article by Dr Lize van der Merwe from Veldtology demonstrating the interaction between the growth of macadamia trees, evapotranspiration and climatic conditions. FruitLook is featured in this article published in Amber Circle. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/dA6jaAPW #macadamia #sustainableagriculture #remotesensing

[GREENSOURCE] 🌲 🌱 🌳 Annual growth of European forests is far greater than annual harvesting. In fact, European forests have been growing in terms of both area and volume!   #DYK Each year forests in Europe grow by an average of 157 million m3 — more than 60 times the volume of the Great Pyramid of Giza.   Source: State of Europe’s Forests 2020

Like Nakita says, seed collection is a crucial part of evaluating a site for a carbon planting project, and using locally collected seeds increases the chances of successful growth since they're suited to local conditions. By gathering seeds on-site, our team tests their viability and gets a better understanding of canopy heights, drainage areas, and soil types—laying the groundwork for a successful project. If you’re curious about what goes into our site assessment process, reach out- we're here to make the carbon project journey clear and straightforward! #carbonfarming #seedcollection #siteassessment #sustainableag

New paper published. In this study, we assessed the turnover and nutrient dynamics of leaf litterfall across the forest successional gradient in Singapore. We found that litter turnover was greatly accelerated in secondary forests that are dominated by exotic plant species, resulting in marked reductions in litter and soil organic matter pools. The exotic plant species, particularly invasive species, exhibited poor phosphorus-use efficiency, hence producing easily decomposable leaf litter. Our study provides an insight into litter turnover across human-modified tropical landscapes increasingly characterised by novel forests, potentially leading to a reduction in surface litter and soil organic carbon pools. Full paper can be accessed here: https://lnkd.in/e46HRr5a #soil #carbon #tropical

I am happy to share my latest research publication, which sheds light on the fascinating world of plant diversity in Landour Mussoorie. The study, titled 'Floristic diversity and medicinally important plant species in the hillside of Landour, Mussoorie ' delves into the floristic diversity of this region, highlighting the presence of medicinally important plants that have the potential to revolutionize healthcare. I hope that the findings will inspire further research, conservation efforts, and sustainable development initiatives in the region. https://lnkd.in/gFRxWt_u #researchpaper #landour #mussoorie #plants #medicinalplants #woodstockschool

Bulbous Barley is growing in the fields of Torsåker farm! 🌱 🌾 The spikes are ripening and the seeds are filling up – discover the rich biodiversity in theBulbous Barley fields. The great variation among the plants is crucial for the crop's development. This diversity provides a wide selection of parental plants for the next generation. By placing the best plants close to each other, researchers from SLU ensure cross-pollination, leading to new and exciting variants that will be evaluated in the coming years. With such great diversity, there are excellent opportunities to identify and further develop beneficial traits. Follow the journey of the perennial barley – from kernel to kitchen! 🔍 Learn more about the Bulbous Barley project: https://bit.ly/3R66eiq #acttoinspire #inspiretoact #knylkorn #perennialcrops #perennial SLU - Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet

Frugal innovation and nature are two sides of the same coin, each reflecting the other’s boundless creativity and resilience. By embracing nature's infinite wisdom, frugal innovations can unlock sustainable solutions that maximize impact with minimal resources, driving a future where efficiency meets environmental harmony. #FrugalInnovation #SustainableSolutions #NatureInspired #EcoInnovation #GreenTech #Minimalism #ResourceEfficiency #CircularEconomy #EcoFriendly #InnovativeThinking #SDG

【Biochar-Based Seed Coating as an Effective Strategy to Reduce Seed Predation When Restoring Forests on Degraded Land】 Full article: https://lnkd.in/gBAA29sT (Authored by Kevin Chit Him Shiu, et al., from The University of Hong Kong, China.) Direct seeding is increasingly advocated as a means to boost forest recovery, particularly when the target region covers a large area of difficult-to-access terrain. One major obstacle hampering successful restoration via direct seeding is seed predation, as seeds are damaged or eaten. Biochar-based #seed_coating could mask the scent of seeds, reducing their attractiveness to seed predation by potential granivores. This study focuses on the potential effectiveness of using biochar-based seed coat to reduce #seed_predation in the field and tests the effectiveness of encrusting six species of native seeds with #biochar-based coating in reducing the seeds’ chances of being predated on degraded hillsides and landslide scars in Hong Kong. #Forest_Restoration