Forestry.
Silviculture is the practice of cultivating and managing forests, specifically for the purpose of growing timber.
PLantation timbers are timbers from planted forests, that is humand planted them Old growth forests are the natural ones.
Herbert Stone has written: 'A guide to the identification of our more useful timbers, being a manual for the use of the students of forestry' -- subject(s): Timber, Forests and forestry 'A guide to the identification of the more useful timbers of Nigeria' -- subject(s): Timber, Forests and forestry
Forestry
Silviculture is the term used to describe the process of growing trees for commercial purposes or business. It involves managing forests to ensure sustainable timber production, while also considering environmental and ecological factors.
Managing forests for growing timber involves the practice of sustainably cultivating and harvesting trees to ensure a continuous supply of wood resources. This includes planning and implementing activities such as selective logging, reforestation, and maintaining biodiversity, all while considering ecological health and economic viability. Effective forest management balances timber production with conservation efforts, ensuring that forest ecosystems remain resilient and productive for future generations. Ultimately, it aims to meet both environmental and commercial objectives.
The art of forming or of cultivating forests; the management of growing timber.
Forestry
Peter M. Hale has written: 'The Woods and Timbers of North Carolina' -- subject(s): Trees, Forests and forestry
D. E. Hutchins has written: 'Indigenous timbers of the Cape ..' -- subject(s): Accessible book, Forests and forestry 'Forestry in South Africa' -- subject(s): Accessible book, Forests and forestry
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