Forests play an integral role in the health of our planet and our own lives. They provide us with food, fuel, shelter, recreation, and many other resources. Forestry is the science and practice of managing forests and their associated resources. The goal of forestry is to ensure that forests are sustainably managed and provide a variety of benefits to both humans and nature. Foresters must consider a variety of factors when managing forests. They must balance the needs of wildlife and people, while also considering the long-term impacts of their decisions. Foresters use a variety of techniques to manage forests, such as replanting, thinning, and prescribed burning. These techniques can help maintain the health of the forest and increase the production of timber and other resources. Foresters also work to protect forests from damage caused by wildfires, pests, and diseases. They use a variety of methods to reduce the risk of these threats, such as creating firebreaks, monitoring for pests and diseases, and implementing proper management practices. Forests are essential for the health of our planet, and forestry is essential for the health of our forests.
Title : Preventing/minimizing development of resistance in fungal plant pathogens to fungicides
Mohammad Babadoost, University of Illinois, United States
Title : Mycorrhizae and their role in climate resilience in agricultural systems
Mary Cole, The University of Melbourne, Australia