Projected decreases in precipitation in late summer and fall may increase the frequency or extent of drought in the north-central interior beech/maple forest ecosystem. | Adaptation Workbook

Droughty conditions late in the growing season can negatively impact advance regeneration and newly established seedlings.

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Central Appalachians Vulnerability Assessment

Resource

Central Appalachians Forest Ecosystem Vulnerability Assessment

Applicable Sectors

Forested watershed

Forest Carbon Management

Non-Forested Wetlands

Wildlife Management