Forest health in a changing world
A healthy forest is able to sustain the species and processes that exist within it. However, across the world, abiotic and biotic disturbances are having major impacts on the health and vitality of forests.
These disturbances can impact tree growth and survival, yield and quality of wood and non-wood products, wildlife habitat and ecosystem services, as well as the recreation, scenic and cultural values of forests. Such impacts can result in substantial economic, social, and environmental loss.Highlights
Regional forest invasive species networks
These networks play a key role in coordinating stakeholders, disseminating knowledge, and building capacities on forest health and invasive species in over 100 countries.
Climate change and forest health
Climate change represents an unprecedented challenge to the world’s biosphere and to the global community. It also represents a unique challenge for plant health.
Forest invasive species
The global movement of people and products facilitates the spread of
invasive species worldwide. They may often be unintentionally introduced through movements of goods and human activities (travels).
D-group on forest health and invasive species (FISnet)
Join the discussion on forest health and forest invasive species around the world.
Publications
Guide to implementation of phytosanitary standards in forestry (2nd edition)
05/11/2024
This guide, produced by an international group of scientists, phytosanitary authorities, forest experts and industry representatives and reviewed by more than 100 specialists from 46 countries, provides easy-to-understand information on how good forest management practices and well implemented phytosanitary standards can minimize pest spread and facilitate safe trade. This second edition of the guide includes updated information.
Scientific review of the impact of climate change on plant pests
30/05/2021
Climate change represents an unprecedented challenge to the world’s biosphere and to the global community. It also represents a unique challenge for plant health. Human activities and increased market globalization, coupled with rising temperatures, has led to a situation that is favourable to pest movement and establishment.
Edible insects - Future prospects for food and feed security
01/01/2013
It is estimated that insects form part of the traditional diets of at least 2 billion people. More than 1 900 species have reportedly been used as food. Insects deliver a host of ecological services that are fundamental to the survival of humankind. This book assesses the potential of insects as food and feed and gathers existing information and research on edible insects. The assessment is based on the most recent and complete data available from various sources and experts around the world.
Contact
Shiroma Sathyapala
Forestry Office Forest Health and Protection
Forestry Division