Study links climate change to decline of balsam firs, a key Christmas tree in Canada.
A recent study from the University of New Brunswick links climate change, specifically drought and heat, to the decline of balsam firs, a popular Christmas tree in Canada. The research, published in "Frontiers in Forests and Global Change," found that balsam firs are particularly vulnerable to these conditions, with a potential decline in their numbers over the next 25 to 50 years. The study highlights the need for planting diverse tree species and monitoring weather patterns to enhance forest resilience. Balsam firs account for about 20% of New Brunswick's trees, and over 95% of the province's Christmas trees are balsam firs, with many being exported to the U.S.
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