A practical guide to Indian forest utilization, from harvesting to finished timber products.
The book provides a thorough overview of how forests are managed for wood and related products. It covers the technical properties of wood, the processes of harvesting and converting timber, and how timber is transported and stored. It also details the uses of wood across industries and the role of minor forest produce in related livelihoods.
Designed for students and professionals, this edition emphasizes practical methods, regional practices, and the factors that affect wood quality, durability, and value. It combines foundational science with field-ready guidance to support informed decisions in production, processing, and utilization.
- Key wood properties, such as density, strength, and moisture behavior, and how they affect use.
- Step-by-step processes for felling, converting, stacking, and transporting timber.
- Industrial applications of wood and the handling of minor forest produce.
- Considerations for durability, seasoning, and fuel values in real-world settings.
Ideal for readers of forestry, wood technology, and natural-resource management who work with timber in India.