In the tropics, trees are cut down to make way for farmland that, once the soil is no longer productive, is abandoned. Now a study has found that they can grow back in just two decades.
An international study has revealed that, after being abandoned by agriculture, tropical forest areas regain most of their forest cover, and most of their flora biodiversity, within a few decades.
The capture of atmospheric carbon, the filtering of sediments, its high biodiversity and the economic benefits at the local level are some of its beneficial functions.
Danni Büchner is invited to Sam Dylan's Halloween party. But the "Goodbye Germany" emigrant has no desire for many other party guests. And find clear words.