History of Forest fires and resin tapping as a tool in the management of the Varibobi forest

This study examines the historical interrelation between forest fires and resin tapping in the Varibobi forest, which was significantly affected by the devastating fire of 2021. By analyzing tree-ring widths and chronology from both unburned and burned Aleppo pine stands, we identified and dated instances of fire and resin tapping. Our findings highlight the beneficial role of traditional resin tapping practices in mitigating forest fires and underline the importance of integrating such practices into forest management strategies.