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ADV - WEBINAR Woody plant encroachment in mesic grasslands: What
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Woody plant encroachment in mesic grasslands: What's Happened, Where We Are Now, and What Can Still be Done
This presentation will use examples from the Konza Prairie (Manhattan, KS) that illustrate linkages between above- and below-ground ecosystem processes following encroachment. This research shows the mechanisms by which woody vegetation accelerates water cycling and alters the distribution of C within the soil profile. Coarse woody roots create larger soil macropores that speed up rates of infiltration to the groundwater, a process that alters below-ground C distribution, reduce water residence time in surface soils and along with higher ET, result in longer-term drying trends in grassland ecosystems. The results from Konza Prairie illustrate how the replacement of grass with woody species in grasslands magnifies water loss above and below-ground leading to greater water scarcity. In the context of these ecosystem changes, I will discuss options for conservation and restoration of our grassy landscapes and provide my perspective on solutions that hold the greatest potential for long term success.
Register online at the Natural Areas Association website. Webinar costs $29 for non-members and is free for members. Scholarships are available through the Natural Areas Association.
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Meeting from 11:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. on:
- Tuesday, May 20, 2025
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