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The importance of fungi and its potential for carbon capture and sustainable forestry

Scientists have discovered a fascinating relationship between plants and fungi, specifically ectomycorrhizal fungi (ECM), that contributes to the capturing and storing of carbon in the soil. Ectomycorrhizal establishes a symbiotic relationship with plant roots by colonising the outer layers, resulting in a mutually beneficial partnership that enhances the plant's nutrient uptake capacity.