The ongoing global climate change is challenging all sectors, forestry notwithstanding. On
the one hand, forest ecosystems are exposed to and threatened by climate change, but on …

Bark stripping damage and the resultant stem rot to Norway spruce (Picea abies [L]. Karst),
one of the most important tree species, poses a serious problem for forest management in …

Wildlife damage to forests has become an increasingly serious problem in recent years, and
its impact is exacerbated by ongoing climate change. Rising temperatures, prolonged …

In time of climate change, close-to-nature silviculture is growing in importance as a tool for
future forest management. The paper study the tree layer and natural regeneration of …

The growth, structure and production of mixed beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) forests were
analysed in the Broumovsko Protected Landscape Area, Czech Republic. The objective of …

Implementation of various restrictions to eradicate viral diseases has globally affected
human activity and subsequently nature. But how can the altered routines of human activity …

Norway spruce (Picea abies [L.] Karst.) and silver fir (Abies alba Mill.) are main tree species
of Central Europe that are currently highly vulnerable in times of global climate change. The …

Mixed lowland forests reserved for natural succession are sparse in the Czech Republic.
However, their development provides essential insights into the natural processes of these …

Key message Bark stripping wounds by red deer (Cervus elavus L.) were assessed on 9026
Norway spruce trees. Wound variables (length, width, area, relative width, height above …

Norway spruce (Picea abies (L.) Karst.) is a major production tree species for the European
wood industry. However, it is highly sensitive to bark stripping (BS) by red deer (Cervus …