Research says high energy fire influences prescribed burn effectiveness.

A recent study conducted by Bill Rogers, a professor at Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, suggests that prescribed burns can be more effective than previously thought in managing woody plant encroachment. The study found that the timing of the burn and the amount of available fuel greatly impact its effectiveness. By using high-energy fires during hotter, drier conditions with lower fuel moisture, land managers can achieve significant reductions in woody plant density. The study also dispelled claims that high-energy fires negatively impact soils or native plants. Overall, prescribed burns can be a beneficial tool for controlling invasive woody plants and improving agricultural production and wildlife habitat. [Extracted from the article]

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