Defoliation-Induced Growth Reduction of <i>Pinus sylvestris</i> L. after a Prolonged Outbreak of <i>Diprion pini</i> L.—A Case Study from Eastern Finland

Defoliation-Induced Growth Reduction of <i>Pinus sylvestris</i> L. after a Prolonged Outbreak of <i>Diprion pini</i> L.—A Case Study from Eastern Finland

The frequency and intensity of insect outbreaks have increased in boreal forests, along with associated impacts on the growth and economic losses of host trees. In Finland, the common pine sawfly (<i>Diprion pini</i> L.) is a serious pest, causing declines in health and growth responses...

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Main Authors: Minna Blomqvist, Päivi Lyytikäinen-Saarenmaa, Maiju Kosunen, Tuula Kantola, Markus Holopainen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-05-01
Series:Forests
Subjects:
common pine sawfly
economic loss
growth index
growth reduction
needle loss
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1999-4907/13/6/839

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