You own three hundred acres of patchy temperate forest.Which one of the following actions would increase the net primary productivity of the area the most?

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Planting five hundred new trees would increase the net primary productivity the most as trees are the primary producers in a forest ecosystem. They capture and store most of the energy from the sun and convert it into biomass. Adding fertilizer to the entire area can be harmful to the ecosystem as it can lead to nutrient imbalances and water pollution. Introducing rabbits can increase herbivory pressure leading to overgrazing and depletion of vegetation. Relocating deer may reduce herbivory pressure but will not necessarily increase net primary productivity as it depends on other factors such as nutrient availability and climate.

You Own Three Hundred Acres of Patchy Temperate Forest