If you like orderly and efficient problem solving, the world of plant conservation is not for you.
As you can see, Sir Peter Crane is at his quotable best in his introduction to a Special Issue of Oryx on tree conservation.
Here’s another zinger:
Among the many memorable aphorisms of Roosevelt my favourite is ‘Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.’ This should be the rallying cry for all those interested in securing the future of trees.
Treat yourself to the whole thing. And to the other articles too.