#AlderTree

[correctshadowhunters]

Aldertree: Well, you know what they say. One person's blackmailing is another person's love story.

Izzy: ... Who says that?

Aldertree: Me.

[environmentindia]

Revolutionising Himalayan Agriculture: The Magic of Nepalese-Alder Forests

Imagine a world where forests aren't just pretty backdrops, but vital life-giving forces. A recent study from Jawaharlal Nehru University has revealed a fascinating secret: the type of forest can significantly impact the health of nearby farmland. Researchers found that broadleaf forests, with their wider leaves, are more beneficial to soil health than coniferous forests. These forests promote the growth of beneficial microbes, increase organic matter content, and release essential nutrients, leading to healthier and more productive farms.

The research, led by Shankar and Garkoti (2024), published in journal Science of The Total Environment, highlights the pivotal role of Nepalese-alder (Alnus nepalensis) forests in enhancing soil quality and nutrient availability. This remarkable improvement is largely attributed to the alder’s nitrogen-fixing capabilities and higher microbial biomass, which contribute to better soil structure, increased organic matter, and enhanced microbial activity. These findings underscore the critical role of forest vegetation in maintaining soil health and productivity in agroecosystems, highlighting the need for strategic forest management practices.

The findings indicate that integrating alder forests into agricultural practices could be a sustainable strategy to maintain long-term soil health and productivity in the region. So, how can we harness this forest power? The answer lies in integrating trees into our agricultural practices. Agroforestry, alley cropping, contour planting, and intercropping are just a few techniques that can bring forests and farms together in a harmonious partnership. Here are some practical steps for farmers:

But the benefits don't stop there. Restoring degraded lands with oak and alder trees can revitalize entire ecosystems. These trees provide habitat for countless species, help prevent soil erosion, and even play a role in combating climate change. Oak forests, known for their rich biodiversity, can help restore native plant and animal species, creating a more balanced and resilient ecosystem. Alder trees, with their ability to improve soil quality, can play a crucial role in stabilising soil, preventing erosion, and enhancing water retention. Additionally, these trees can contribute to carbon sequestration, mitigating climate change by absorbing CO2 from the atmosphere. By incorporating these species into restoration efforts, project initiators can create more sustainable and resilient landscapes. For policymakers, the message is clear: investing in forest conservation and restoration is not just about protecting nature; it's about ensuring a sustainable future for our communities and our planet. By promoting the conservation and restoration of nitrogen-fixing forests like Nepalese-alder, they can enhance soil fertility, boost agricultural productivity, and support long-term ecological balance in the region. This approach aligns with broader environmental goals, including biodiversity conservation and climate change mitigation. Furthermore, policymakers can develop educational programmes to raise awareness among farmers and local communities about the benefits of sustainable land use practices. Implementing incentive programmes for farmers and landowners who adopt sustainable practices can encourage wider adoption. By promoting nitrogen-fixing forests and supporting sustainable land use practices, we can create a healthier, more prosperous India.

By leveraging these findings, policymakers can develop and implement strategies that promote sustainable land use practices, enhance agricultural productivity, and support ecological restoration. The focus on planting oak and alder trees in restoration projects can lead to more resilient and sustainable landscapes in the Indian Himalayan Region. This integrated approach aligns with the goals of biodiversity conservation, climate change mitigation, and sustainable development, ultimately contributing to a healthier and more sustainable future for the region. So, let's embrace the power of trees and unlock the hidden potential of our forests. Together, we can create a greener, more sustainable future for generations to come.

Source 👉Shankar, A., & Garkoti, S. C. (2024). Influence of forest types on soil physicochemical and biological characteristics of associated agroecosystems in the central Himalaya. Science of The Total Environment, 906, 167731.

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[twopercentboy]

aldertree fucking kill yourself, the love of my life Raphael Santiago never did ANYTHING WRONG ‼️

[honeyheart]

I wish we had a little bit of lore for every shadowhunter family.

[buffyspeak]

“the clave would declare you unfit you unfit for duty, you’d be deruned” ... so if a shadowhunter struggles with severe mental health issues that the silent brothers can’t??? somehow cure?? they get not only declared unfit for duty but deruned? a painful process that? is otherwise used as a punishment for severe crimes?? and that leaves them defenseless against demons that will track and find and kill them because they still have angel blood?? (also as far as i am aware shadowhunters who are deruned are typically not allowed back in institutes so they also get kicked out of their homes!)

[indra-saroj]

Descriptions: Unveil the ecological importance of the Alder tree, a key species of waterways and riverside ecosystems.

Links: https://growbilliontrees.com/blogs/tree-stories/alder-tree-the-tree-of-waterways-and-riverside

Hashtags: #AlderTree #Waterways #RiversideEcosystems #EcologicalImportance

Keywords: Alder tree, waterways, riverside ecosystems, ecological importance

[hitchell-mope]

You manipulative little bastard.

[paracosm-draw]

I read this first thing in the morning and I was invested.

It went for a cute little domestic time with the most adorable baby Max to angst in no time, I was not prepared !

But the angst was so good and seeing Alec in protector mode made me feel feelings

Nobody's touching the Lightwood-Bane family, I tell you.

Thank you so much for this beautiful present that I will cherish with all my heart ❤️🎄

Have a Merry Christmas too 🌟

Merry Christmas, @cam-ryt!

I hope you have a wonderful time over the holidays.

*****

Not On My Watch

Alec sighed as he sipped on his fourth coffee and it wasn’t even lunchtime yet. He downed the lukewarm liquid as his eyes ran over the files open on his desk. Alec worked for one of the biggest law firms in New York, and was one of their top lawyers, having never lost a case. As he was going over the files again, he grabbed a highlighter and started marking important sections. His client had been accused of something, they had clearly not done as there were multiple witness statements along with pictures and security footage that placed the man in another part of town when the crime was committed. Alec usually dealt with more serious cases and had been the reason a lot of criminals were now behind bars, but this man was a friend of Alec’s boss and the man put Alec on the case as a favour to his friend. Alec didn’t necessarily mind, he’d still do his best for the man, he just couldn’t quite figure out why no one was believing the evidence that they obviously had the wrong guy.

A small smile crossed Alec’s face when his phone pinged on the desk next to him and he saw his husband’s name. Alec had been married for seven years, and he always felt butterflies in his stomach when he saw or heard from his husband. Alec picked up his phone to look at the message and his heart beat happily in his chest. Magnus had sent a picture of their son covered in glitter.

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[claveandcovenant]

— The New York City Institute

The New York City institute, built in the early 16th century under the consulship of William Aldertree, is one of the oldest institutes in the Americas as well as on of the largest in the world. While the primary focus of the institute is to protect mundanes and enforce Covenant law within the city, it also provides additional support to the Greater New York area when needed. As of 2012 it is the base of operations for the Clave in Exile, headed by Consul Alexander Lightwood.

— Notable Features

The Greenhouse: A later addition to the institute, the greenhouse was added in the early 20th century by then head of institute Clyde Graymark and his wife Florence- who had an interest in experimenting with herbal medicine. It now boasts a variety of plants of both magical and mundane origins, including wolfsbane, midnight flowers, angels trumpet, and moonflower.

The Library: An original feature from the 1500s, the institute library holds over 5,000 books in its towering shelves ranging from historical texts, to magical grimoires, to classic fiction novels. In addition to this collection the library also acts as a miniature museum containing various magical artifacts.

— Staff & Residents

Heads of Institute: Jace Herondale & Clary Fairchild

Staff & Resident: Beatrice Mendoza (tutor), Simon Lovelace, Isabelle Lightwood, Maryse Lightwood

Former Heads of Institute: Robert & Maryse Lightwood, Marian Whitelaw, Edgar Graymark

Former Staff & Residents: Alec Lightwood, Max Lightwood, Hodge Starkweather (tutor), Adam Whitelaw, Rachel Whitelaw, Edith (mundane housekeeper)

[kbunburyhelps]

NICK SAGAR GIF PACK

If you follow the source link below, you’ll find roughly 294 gifs of the handsome Nick Sagar as Kevin in The Princess Switch: Switched Again (2020). Sagar is a British actor. He is most known for his role as Kevin in The Princess Switch 1 and 2 Switched Again, as Detective Alonzo Loya in Queen of the South, as Victor Aldertree in Shadowhunters, and as Charles Frederickson in The Haves and the Have Nots. Ethnically, he is of Indo-Guyanese and Jamaican descent, so please cast him accordingly. The gifs are all small/medium, textless, and mostly hq. There should be no repeats, any were completely accidental. I made all of these gifs so credit to me and please if you decide to steal them or edit them in some way, although I’d like to say don’t do it (but some of y’all won’t listen) at least please give me some sort of credit also don’t whitewash him. Please like or reblog if you plan on using. Thank you! 1/?

[im-out-of-it]

PSA: JUST A STUPID SAPPY POST ABOUT ONE OF MY FAVS MR ALEXANDER LIGHTWOOD-BANE, A NATIONAL TREASURE (sort of long so read at your own risk)

one of my favorite things about show Alec is that he truly does not give a fuck. if you hurt the people he cares about, he will call you out on it. just a short little rant about the difference between book and show Alec. book Alec does not have any autonomy or is allowed any thoughts that don’t include jace. “I wish I could fight like jace, I wish I could act as jace does, or JACE JACE JACE. CC STOP LET ALEC BE HIS OWN PERSON FOR FUCKS SAKE

this is because when CC (just my personal opinion.) started writing about Alec, she thought he didn’t deserve to be his own person. she believed everyone should be obsessed with jace because well, she is and that’s the way it should be, right? and indeed, she planned to kill him off in the first book.

I’ve been having some thoughts since finishing the show because I don’t know who created show Alec and made him who he is (probably Matt, let’s be real) but thank you so much. Alec is his own person with his own feelings and his own thoughts. show Alec is a tremendous fighter and is seen to take on jace extremely well. book Alec for some weird reason isn’t a skilled fighter. which I’ll never understand but whatever lmao

no one in the book is allowed to call out jace for anything and if they do, it’s apparent that they’re “jealous” of jace. if jace is the best shadowhunter alive, then why does his worthless ass need saving every single book? and why is that person always Alec?

Jace treats Alec as a lap dog as wonderful Simon beautifully pointed out in the show. this is also something CC would never have allowed. Alec will call out Jace, the new high warlock of Brooklyn (ugh Lorenzo), clary, aldertree, the inquisitor, his parents, anyone who steps in his way. I think it’s such a big difference with book and show Alec.

I so badly wished to love book Alec (and trust me, I truly did try) but I just can’t. he doesn’t have a mind of his own and if he does, his role is to serve jace or be the funny stereotypical gay. he’s biphobic, hates that his boyfriend has a past, can’t stand up for himself, like he’s not even his own person. he can’t even have his own pov for some of the most important parts of his story. this is a love post for show Alec because that’s the Alec we deserved to read about. one who speaks his own mind, loves and protects those he cares about, and will take no one’s shit.

he’s literally the only one who didn’t trust clary or Sebastian but everyone (except maybe Izzy) who acted as though Alec was the problem. seriously just a big thank you to mending Alec and making him one of the best reasons to watch the show 🫶🏼

I’m in love with Alec and I’m so happy with his growth 🥹 it’s truly the Alec and Magnus show and I’m so here for it 👏🏼

[akashyadavgrowth]