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Nutrient Dynamics in Riparian Ecosystems. Chapter 6 in Riparian Ecosystems, Volume 1: Science Synthesis and Management Implications
Citation:
Mayer, P., J. Compton, AND W. Geroge. Nutrient Dynamics in Riparian Ecosystems. Chapter 6 in Riparian Ecosystems, Volume 1: Science Synthesis and Management Implications. Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife, Olympia, WA, 2018.
Impact/Purpose:
This chapter contributes to an effort by WA Fish and Wildlife to provide state-of-the-science information on riparian ecosystems for State agencies, Tribes, and commercial/industrial interests responsible for managing riparian zones. The nutrients chapter that we are contributing provides no policy or management recommendation but rather provides basic understanding of nutrient (C, N, P) cycling in riparian zones and stream channels and in ground water. We provide a synthesis of basic ecological principles along with the most current, relevant research related to fate and transport of nutrients in riparian ecosystems
Description:
This report will be a chapter in an updated Riparian BMP manual developed by the State of WA Fish and Wildlife Dept. Jana Compton and I were asked to contribute the chapter on nutrients in riparian ecosystems based on experience and research in riparian systems. The document is intended to be a summary of the state of the science of research about riparian system focused on ecosystems of the Pacific NW. The chapter is to be no more than 12 pages and is not meant to be a full literature review but a synthesize of current knowledge.
