Understand how forests are organized and valued on the continental system, with practical methods you can apply.
This classic reference explains the general principles of forest organization and the practical methods used to assess yield, plan operations, and manage timber resources. It covers the idea of a model forest, how to view a forest as capital that grows over time, and the tools foresters use to estimate current and future production.
Written for English-speaking foresters and students, the book connects theory to practice. It details how to structure forest surveys, assess age-classes and boundary marks, and formulate results that guide management decisions. The second part describes the methods for determining sustained yield and how to apply them in real forests, including several well-known approaches.
- Explore the model forest and sustained yield concept.
- Learn how to measure growth, increment, and the value of wood over time.
- See how to organize data, plan operations, and revise plans with new yields.
- Understand the financial viewpoint of forest management and capital-outlay.
Ideal for readers of forestry history, practical silviculture, and forest economics who want a solid grounding in continental methods.