Needle diseases caused by pathogens within Rhytismataceae are increasing in frequency
globally where pines are either a predominate species or are grown commercially, and yet …

Background In most regions and ecosystems, soils are the largest terrestrial carbon pool.
Their potential vulnerability to climate and land use change, management, and other drivers …

Eastern white pine (Pinus strobus L.) is one of the most important conifer species across
eastern North America. However, emerging health issues of eastern white pine have …

Biotic and abiotic disturbances modify tree structure and degrade stand health. Accurate
geospatial data on stand structure is important for monitoring tree growth, forest health …

Canopy foliar traits serve as crucial indicators of plant health and productivity, forming a vital
link between plant conditions and ecosystem dynamics. In this study, the use of …

Key message Pathogen-induced defoliation resulted in a reduction in transpiration, an
upregulation of photosynthesis in the early growing season, and no change in NSC reserves …

Beech leaf disease (BLD) damage is associated with the parasitic nematode Litylenchus
crenatae ssp. mccannii. Foliar symptoms manifest as darkened or chlorotic galls in the …

Forests are widely affected by disturbances, both abiotic, climate related, and biotic, like
insect outbreaks. However, the impact of the interaction of these disturbances on tree growth …

White pine (Pinus strobus) is commonly found in naturally regenerated even-aged stands on
former agricultural lands throughout its range. These stands can be managed for rapid …

The foliar fungal pathogens associated with the disease complex known as White Pine
Needle Damage (WPND) are causing widespread defoliation of eastern white pine (Pinus …