The Effects of Forest Management on Carbon Storage in Ontario's Forests

The Effects of Forest Management on Carbon Storage in Ontario's Forests PDF Author: Stephen J. Colombo
Publisher: Sault Ste. Marie : Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, Applied Research and Development
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Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 140

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Book Description
"This report examines how forest management can affect the carbon (C) balance of Ontario's forests. Ten forest management activities organized in four themes were examined: stand establishment (site preparation, planting, and vegetation management), growth enhancement (thinning, fertilization, and genetic improvement), forest protection (from forest fires, and insect and disease infestations), and harvesting (controlling the area occupied by roads, skid trails and landings, and reducing the area disturbed by harvesting)."--Document.