Early Effects of Afforestation with Willow (Salix purpurea, “Hotel”) on Soil Carbon and Nutrient Availability

Willow (Salix spp.) is currently being researched as a source of biomass energy in Canada. However, it is not certain whether afforestation with willow plantations will enhance or diminish soil C storage and nutrient availability. Trees are known to have pronounced effects on biologically mediated n...

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Main Authors: Richard E. Farrell, Joels Ens, Nicolas Bélanger
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2013-03-01
Series:Forests
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1999-4907/4/1/137