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ASSESSMENTS & REPORTS

Wildland Fire Smoke in the United States: A Scientific Assessment

An assessment detailing current knowledge of smoke & fire management that covers the issues with smoke production from wildland fires.

Agroforestry: Enhancing resiliency in U.S. agricultural landscapes under changing conditions

For forest managers looking to incorporate trees and shrubs into an agricultural operation, this assessment offers a look at agroforestry for mitigation and adaptation as well as incorporating it into agricultural strategies.

Effects of drought on forests and rangelands in the United States: translating science into management responses

A report covering region-based management options of drought-related impacts, to improve the resiliency of forests and rangelands within the United States.

Assessment of nontimber forest products in the United States under changing conditions

A study assessing nontimber forest products (NTFP) in terms of environmental management, policy, and resource valuation.

Effects of climatic variability and change on forest ecosystems: a comprehensive science synthesis for the U.S

This report focuses on the current & future states of forest resources in the United States with regards to climate change, with risk-based framework examples and case studies sorted by region.

Invasive Species in Forests and Rangelands of the United States

Multi-disciplinary research and scientific synthesis of the impacts of invasive plants on native ecosystems, with a compilation of current knowledge and region-based summaries containing information on prevalent invasive species, tools, and management strategies.

Forest and rangeland soils of the United States under changing conditions: A comprehensive science synthesis

This text covers the current state of knowledge regarding forest soils and their role in maintaining ecosystems, as well as providing a baseline for soil health and discussing the importance of soil management & monitoring.

Climate change and United States forests

An overarching view of climate change that offers a framework for managing U.S forest resources in the midst of shifting circumstances.

Effects of drought on forests and rangelands in the United States: a comprehensive science synthesis

As an assessment focusing on the effects of drought, this article is helpful for forest resource managers who want to know how drought may impact forest dynamics, structure, and diversity.

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