Argentina has recently faced a significant environmental challenge, with the latest incident report highlighting a fire alert in the Neuquén Province. Over the years, the country has experienced a consistent decline in tree cover. Analysis of historical data reveals that between 2001 and 2022, Argentina lost approximately 4.66 million hectares of tree cover, which equates to a 10.45% decrease in its total tree cover extent. Shifting agriculture and forestry are the primary drivers, contributing to around 38.50% and 21.50% of the total loss, respectively. Wildfires, although less significant in comparison, have also played a role, accounting for about 1.50% of the tree cover loss. The net change in tree cover shows a disturbing trend, with a loss that far exceeds gains, leading to a net negative change. This ongoing loss of tree cover could have far-reaching implications for the country's biodiversity, climate, and local communities.
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