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The research aims to quantify and map agriculture-driven edge effects on forest structure in the Argentine Dry Chaco.

February 12, 2026Global Change BiologyOpen Access

Quantifying the Spatial Footprint of Agriculture‐Driven Edge Effects in a Global Deforestation Hotspot

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Research quantifies edge effects of agriculture on forest structure in a deforestation hotspot, indicating significant ecological implications.

The research aims to quantify and map agriculture-driven edge effects on forest structure in the Argentine Dry Chaco.
Utilized satellite-based forest structure indicators
Employed a Bayesian Hierarchical Modelling framework
Assessed edge effects based on land use types (cropping vs. ranching)
Projected models across the region to evaluate forest degradation
Edge effects penetrate over 700 m into adjacent forests
Structural parameter reductions of up to 41% were observed
18% of remaining forests are degraded with a total biomass loss of 92.3 million tons
Edge effects intensified for over 30 years post-deforestation

Torrella et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Research quantifies edge effects of agriculture on forest structure in a deforestation hotspot, indicating significant ecological implications.