Forest belowground productivity and carbon allocation predominantly driven by soil properties rather than climate
Anne Y. Polyakov, Angela M. Klock, Korena K. Mafune, Andrew M. Berdahl, Kristiina A. Vogt, Daniel J. Vogt
This study identifies soil properties as the main drivers of belowground productivity and carbon allocation in boreal and cold temperate forests, highlighting site-specific environmental drivers and potential thresholds for forest responses to disturbances.
bioRxiv · Sep 28, 2026 · PreprintEcology