Forest Science and Research Institute

Variation in apparent wood density of Tachigali vulgaris as affected by tree diameter, height, forking, and soil conditions in Amazonian plantations

Abstract Tachigali vulgaris has potential for energy purposes in the Amazon, but the relationship between several silvicultural factors and wood quality requires further investigation. This study evaluated the variation in the apparent density of T. vulgaris wood in two pure plan...

Performance and determinants of the agricultural total factor productivity in the Brazilian semi-arid region in the period 2006–2017

Abstract This paper examines agricultural productivity dynamics in Brazil’s semi-arid region, a territory characterized by climatic constraints, especially water availability, and structural heterogeneity. The study aims to estimate and decompose total factor productivity (TFP) b...