Reforestation

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trees
can store much, much more carbon dioxide than a new tree could. By cutting
and burning these magnificent seasoned trees, the CO2 is being released
back into the atmosphere. These releases of carbon dioxide add up in our
surroundings, only to intensify Global Warming. Although this shows what
happens when one burns and cuts down old forests, one must still plant new
trees for long term plans, not letting them grow for a few years, to then
cut them down.

There are many methods for planning a forest. The simplest method of
replanting a forest is to leave it to nature. A suitable seed bed in which
trees will readily take root is integral for successful regeneration.
Reducing competition by eliminating grass, weed or shrubs is another
requirement in securing a new crop of trees. These will sprout to produce
seedlings. Though the weeds were eliminated before, they still grow back,
and because of this poor, quality trees will grow. Another method though,
is to ...

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