Science for Foresters (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

A. J. Burrows

9780484800341: Science for Foresters (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0484800345 ISBN 13: 9780484800341

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Learn how soils, minerals, and climate shape forest growth, and how to use that knowledge in site selection and care.

This practical guide helps foresters manage soils for healthy trees.

Science for Foresters provides a practical introduction to chemistry, geology, vegetable physiology, and botany as they relate to choosing sites, soils, and the growth of trees. The book emphasizes how soil composition, subsoil structure, moisture, and mineral availability influence forest health and productive growth, with explanations suitable for the working forester.
What you’ll experience

Clear explanations of soil minerals, organic matter, and how they support plant growth
Simple methods to estimate soil texture (sand and clay) and how that affects drainage and fertility
Insights on how climate, elevation, and landscape shape where different trees thrive
Practical notes on drainage, peat soils, and how to judge site suitability for timber trees

Ideal for readers of practical forestry, landowners, and anyone who wants a grounded, real‑world view of how soils and climate affect forest success.

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