Posted by: Sandy Steinman | January 22, 2026

Scientists found the soil secret that doubles forest regrowth

ScienceDaily reported

New research shows tropical forests can recover twice as fast after deforestation when their soils contain enough nitrogen. Scientists followed forest regrowth across Central America for decades and found that nitrogen plays a decisive role in how quickly trees return. Faster regrowth also means more carbon captured from the atmosphere. The study points to smarter reforestation strategies that work with nature rather than relying on fertilizers.

Read on www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/01/260115220612.htm


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