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When shrubs disappear: Long-lasting effects of drought in Southwest China

An extreme drought in 2019 caused long-lasting changes in a savanna ecosystem in Southwest China. A new study shows how the loss of shrubs altered both vegetation structure and the ecosystem’s ability to regulate heat.

Published 24.03.2026

Fewer approved pesticides may increase resistance in agriculture

Published 17.03.2026

An increasing number of plant pests are becoming resistant to pesticides. At the same time, more pesticides are disappearing from the market, creating a challenging situation for Norwegian agriculture.

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From spot checks to more automated monitoring of timber façades

Published 17.03.2026

As wood use grows in modern construction, monitoring tools for fire safety and material quality lag behind. SenseWood researchers aim to change this by using advanced imaging to assess timber cladding and anticipate when and where maintenance is needed.

The trend continues: fewer, but larger farms

Published 16.03.2026

The number of agricultural holdings in Norway has almost halved since 1999. At the same time, farms are becoming larger and more specialised. This is shown in the annual publication Outlook on Norwegian Agriculture.

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Norway’s forests hold more timber than ever – but growth is declining in parts of the country

Published 06.03.2026

Forest volume in Norway has now surpassed one billion cubic metres. One hundred years ago, the volume was around 300 million cubic metres. At the same time, new analyses show that in some regions more timber is being harvested than is growing back. This marks a significant break from the last 100 years, where annual growth far exceeded logging.

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