Photo Credit - UNESCO We all know that our forests and tree contain spiritual, emotional, and monetary. This study out of the UK looks at different methods of valuing ecosystem services and risks associated with them. Many of these services are applicable to our forests here in Grey and Bruce Counties.

Photograph: Stephen R Johnson/Alamy Researchers and scientists the world over are learning more and more about underground fungal networks. Now they are learning about the vast amounts of carbon they store. Read more in this article about the amazing world of underground fungi networks.

This hardened wooden knife was sharp enough to easily cut steak. (Bo Chen/University of Maryland) Scientists are have learned how to make wood extremely strong and can be used to replace steel. Read the article here. Scientists have been able to create utensils that are sharper than a typical stainless steel.