Current Forestry Reports

Abstract Purpose of Review Quambalaria spp. are fungal pathogens originating from Australian eucalypt species that are becoming increasingly important globally. For example, Quambalaria eucalypti, which was once considered a minor pathogen, now poses a significant threat to plantation productivity and forest health across continents. Their spread has been made possible through the expansion of eu…

Comparing the available supply, the societal demand, and the actual use of forest ecosystem services (FES) reveals where societal needs are met, where forests are overexploited to do so, and/or where untapped potential exists. Due to the complexity of this task, many studies focus exclusively on either supply or demand, disregarding their interconnection and limiting the integration of scientific…

Blue carbon is an important concept for environmental policy. Blue carbon strategies (conservation and restoration for carbon gain) have been primarily implemented with mangroves, though are likely to be suitable for other tidal forested wetlands. Here, we discuss the expanding definition of blue carbon encompassing all tidal forested wetlands, synthesize ecological and carbon sink knowledge of t…

Abstract Purpose of Review Forest ecosystem multifunctionality, the capacity of forests to simultaneously deliver multiple ecosystem functions and services, is being increasingly affected by pressures stemming from anthropogenic activities and climate change. Here, we conducted a systematic literature review to explore how forest ecosystem multifunctionality was evaluated in the literature, and t…

Abstract Purpose of Review Forests produce timber, mitigate climate change and provide important habitats; yet their capacity to provide these services under rapid global change is uncertain. “Closer-to-nature” forest management (CNFM) has been proposed by the EU Forest Strategy as a way to reconcile competing demands on forests while enhancing their resilience, but experiences with its implement…

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Abstract Purpose of Review This review synthesizes key insights emerging from wood-based circular bioeconomy research published between 2020 and 2025, with a focus on clarifying geographic, discipline, technology, application, and circular economy integration trends. Findings Analysis of reviewed literature ( N = 54) revealed that most wood-based circular bioeconomy publications originate at Euro…

Forest roads, which are important for accessing and managing forest areas, are particularly vulnerable to damaging impacts of severe climatic events. Understanding how weather changes affect forest roads is important for their efficient management and to ensure their reliability in supporting forest products supply chains. This paper reviews research conducted on the impact of climate factors on …

Abstract Purpose of Review Forest biodiversity is heavily influenced by structural conditions. In the past, forest stand structure was primarily quantified by traditional one- or two-dimensional metrics and indices. Close-range remote sensing enables researchers for the first time to reproduce and digitalize the three-dimensional structure of forests in high-resolution. The technological progress…

Abstract Purpose of Review Forests are integral to global ecological stability, climate regulation, and economic resilience. They function as major carbon sinks, act as biodiversity reservoirs, and provide ecosystem services. Accurately modeling forest growth is essential to predict ecosystem responses to climate change and optimize ecosystem services. However, predicting forest growth remains ch…

Abstract Purpose of Review Tree species mixtures are often more productive than monocultures. One possible reason for this is higher absorption of photosynthetically active radiation (APAR) and improved light use efficiency (LUE) in mixtures. Here, we identified the processes influencing APAR and LUE in forests, examined how APAR and LUE are influenced by mixing species or reducing stand density,…

Abstract Purpose of Review The introduction of cable yarding systems has transformed timber harvesting operations on steep slopes. Subsequent adaptations and modernizations of rigging configurations, carriages, and work practices have led to substantial improvements in safety, productivity, and environmental performance. This review focuses on the base, or carrier, of the cable yarder and identif…

Abstract Purpose of the Review In this review, we synthesize knowledge generated over many decades on the main defence responses of Eucalyptus to fungal leaf pathogens with the aim of identifying targets for breeding disease tolerant trees. We highlight physiological and molecular traits associated with host defence in relation to pathogen life-style. Overall, the purpose of this review is to ide…