Mischwald

mixed forest

noun MISH-valt Rare

Usage Note

Mischwald is masculine (der Mischwald). A forest composed of both deciduous and coniferous trees; considered more resilient to pests and climate extremes than monocultures. German forestry policy actively promotes Umbau zu Mischwäldern (conversion to mixed forests) after recent drought damage.

Examples

"Der Mischwald ist widerstandsfähiger gegen Schädlinge als der reine Fichtenforst."

Natural Translation

The mixed forest is more resistant to pests than a pure spruce plantation.

Literal Translation

The mixed forest is more resistant against pests than the pure spruce forest.

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