A Method of Evaluating Multiproduct Potential in Standing Timber (Classic Reprint)

This book explores new ways to evaluate standing timber for multiple products, a timely inquiry as traditional methods struggle to assess the full value of timber in light of shifting market demands. The author's innovative and easily-applied method removes observer bias, records the frequency of stem features, and quantifies timber quality. This comprehensive approach describes qualities important to diverse applications such as saw logs, veneer, commercial poles, and pulpwood, empowering forest managers to make more informed decisions that maximize returns and promote forest health. The author's research provides crucial new insights into maximizing economic and resource management outcomes in forestry.