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Managing shrub encroachment in cork oak montado

Why manage shrub encroachment in cork oak montado?

The impact of the shrub layers that naturally occupy the montado ecosystem can often be positive. Benefits include:

natural tree regeneration
protection from excessive light exposure and animal predation
soil protection
increased carbon sequestration
increased fodder diversity
increased biodiversity

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