Vol. 82 No: 6

Title:
Guest Editorial: Biotic and Abiotic Stressors of the Urban Forest

Author:
DR. DANIEL J. COLLINS

pp: 823

Abstract:
Urban forestry can be defined as the science, technology, and art of managing trees and natural systems in and around urban environments. Trees play a vital role in the function and health of urban natural ecosystems, by improving both air and water quality, protecting urban watersheds, creating wildlife habitats, and contributing to the economic way of life of a community. Most of the population of the USA, for example, now lives in urban and suburban communities. Consequently, interest in the preservation and enhancement of the urban environment is rising. Urban residents consider natural environments as an integral part of their lives in urban and suburban neighbourhoods. Secondly, urban residents are increasingly involved in protecting and enhancing natural attributes through urban forestry programmes such as tree planting and maintenance, establishment of urban parks, and reforestation of abandoned lands. Biotic and abiotic stressors pose serious threats to the health and function of the urban forest.

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