News: trees
South Australian Biodiversity Under Threat from Ongoing Drought Crisis
Three Environment Institute members have featured in The Guardian, shedding light on how South Australia’s historic dry spell is impacting ecosystems. Dr Stefan Caddy-Retalic spoke on widespread tree dieback across the Adelaide Hills, Dr Jess Marsh raised alarms for the critically endangered Kangaroo Island assassin spider, and Dr Katja Hogendoorn warned of a looming collapse in native bee populations.
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FAO Launches Forest Genetic Resources Report
The FAO is launching a major global report on forest genetic resources, highlighting their vital role in climate resilience and sustainable development. Environment Institute Director Professor Andy Lowe contributed to a key chapter exploring tree genetic diversity across global forest ecosystems.
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