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CRH

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4. Actually in the sub tropics and tropics, ...

Reply to AverageJoe90 (Reply #3)

Sat Nov 10, 2012, 07:31 AM

Nov 2012

where deforestation is rampant it is probably best to replant the natural flora to stop erosion and sun baking, then let the reforestation happen though natural selection and diversity. Planned monocultures tend to need more water, attention and mechanization.

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Planting Forests for Carbon Sequestration [View all] Judi Lynn Nov 2012 OP

I am skeptical of any reforestry effort driven by for-profit industry NoOneMan Nov 2012 #1

Plantation silviculture didn't work out so well for many in central america, ... CRH Nov 2012 #2

Reforestation isn't the only tool we can use........ AverageJoe90 Nov 2012 #3

Actually in the sub tropics and tropics, ... CRH Nov 2012 #4

That actually sounds like a very smart idea. n/t AverageJoe90 Nov 2012 #5