Saxony records fewer forest fires in 2024 so far
Prolonged dryness and drought increase the risk of fire in Saxony's forests every year. Most of the fires are caused by negligence - some also occur during harvesting and forestry work.
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Anniversary exhibition to mark the 250th birthday of Caspar David Friedrich
The Elbe Sandstone Mountains not far from Dresden inspired the Romantic artist Caspar David Friedrich. He found motifs and moods of nature in the bizarre rocky world - they made his paintings world-famous.
Number of forest fires in Saxony at a similar level to 2023
The 2024 forest fire season shows unusual developments in Saxony. Special measures and human behavior play a decisive role.
Forest fire danger increases in Saxony
The risk of forest fires has increased throughout Saxony compared to the weekend. There is a medium risk in large parts of the state, but two areas are in the high risk zone.
Forests well supplied with water before the start of midsummer
A series of drought years have taken their toll on Saxony's forests. Things are looking better this year. However, the height of summer is still to come.
Saxony's forests well supplied with water - average forest fire season so far
Saxony's forests are well supplied with water before the start of midsummer. The forest fire season has been average so far.
Planting trees to combat CO2: How many trees does Germany need?
A German produces around 11 tons of CO2 every year. We contribute to this through everyday activities such as housework, travel, clothing and food. How many trees would we need to offset this?Climate change is one of the greatest challenges of our time. One approach to combating climate change is to ..
Tension in Saxony's forests: Bark beetle situation remains critical
The bark beetle situation in Saxony's forests remains tense. The early swarming of the bark beetles due to the warm weather at the end of March was unfavorable.
Bark beetle situation in Saxony's forests remains tense
The bark beetle situation in Saxony's forests remains tense, with up to three generations this year and a slight increase in wood infestation.
Bark beetle situation in Saxony's forests remains tense
The bark beetle situation in Saxony's forests remains tense. Warm weather favors reproduction. Water supply to the trees has a positive effect.
Reforestation in Saxony: 700,000 new trees planted
Thanks to many volunteers, more than 700,000 new trees have been planted in Saxony since 2022. A good 5,000 people have taken part in the Forest Championship campaign so far, the initiators announced on Sunday. The initiative of the Forest for Saxony Foundation, the image campaign of the Free State ..
Bark beetle season in Saxony starts early
The bark beetle season has started early in Saxony, forest owners should act now.
Elbe Sandstone forest trail opened: Trekking season in Saxon Switzerland begins
Hikers can once again spend the night in Saxon Switzerland. The Elbe Sandstone Forest Trail offers a challenging route through the rocky world of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains.
Saxony seeks solutions against extreme weather at Open Data Camp
The Free State of Saxony is inviting participants to the Open Data Camp to develop digital solutions for extreme weather situations.
Failure of the authorities to protect nature after gravel extraction near Ottendorf-Okrilla
One year after a piece of forest near Ottendorf-Okrilla was cleared for gravel extraction, Left Party politician Antonia Mertsching has accused the authorities of serious negligence.
High proceeds from the sale of fine woods in Saxony
The sale of valuable timber has once again generated high proceeds for Saxony's forest owners this year. An average of 574 euros per cubic meter was paid at the timber submission, a type of auction. This was around nine percent less than in the record year of 2023, but 19 percent higher than the result in 2022.
Researchers discover 470-year-old beech tree in the Czech Ore Mountains
Researchers from the Czech Agricultural University in Prague have discovered the oldest known beech tree in the Czech part of the Ore Mountains. The beech is over 470 years old and stands on the slopes of Jansky Vrch (Johannesberg) near Jezeri Castle.
Saxony arms itself in the fight against forest fires
Saxony is planning to purchase three police helicopters to fight forest fires.
Saxon State Parliament: Debates on health security and forest management
At its first session after the summer break, the Saxon state parliament deals with health security in the state as well as the use of forests.