Tree islands boost biodiversity in oil-palm plantations

The cultivation of oil palm is here to stay. However, a five-year study indicates that creating islands of native trees within oil-palm monocultures increases biodiversity and ecosystem functioning without notably lowering crop yields.

Authors

Nasi, R.

Publication year

2023

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