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Title: | Thinning: An overview |
Authors: | Gonçalves, Ana Cristina |
Editors: | Gonçalves, Ana Cristina |
Keywords: | method intensity stand structure growth adaptive measure |
Issue Date: | 2021 |
Publisher: | InTech |
Citation: | Gonçalves, A.C.; 2021. Thinning: An overview. In: Silviculture. Ana Cristina Gonçalves (ed). InTech, London, United Kingdom. (chapter 3). 41-58 pp. DOI: 10.5772/intechopen.93436 |
Abstract: | Thinning is one of the primordial silvicultural practices. It has been analysed by
its methods and intensities, associated to the tree selection criteria. Yet, while some
methods are of generalised use, others were developed for specific purposes. The
goal of this review is to compile the existing information regarding tree selection,
thinning methods and intensity as well as their effects on trees and stands. The
effects of thinning indicate a reduction of density and a trend towards an increase
of growth rates at tree level for a short time after thinning. Biomass and volume
show similar or smaller values when compared to unthinned stands. Mortality and
growth stagnation, especially in stands with low stability or vigour, can also occur.
The modifications in stand structure can enhance its role as an adaptive measure. |
URI: | DOI: 10.5772/intechopen.87532 http://hdl.handle.net/10174/29706 |
ISBN: | 978-1-83968-449-4 |
Type: | bookPart |
Appears in Collections: | MED - Publicações - Capítulos de Livros ERU - Publicações - Capítulos de Livros
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