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Sustainable management of Pinus radiata plantations

Year of publication 2013

Pages 246 p.

Author Office of Assistant Director-General (Forestry Department)

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Book (stand-alone)

ISBN 978-92-5-107634-7

Series title FAO Forestry Paper

Series number 0259-2800|0258-6150|02586150|1014-1952|19992882

Edition 1

Synopsis (short abstract) This book is about how to grow Pinus radiata (radiata pine) forest plantations. Radiata pine is a versatile, fast-growing, medium-density softwood, very suitable for a wide range of end-uses. Its silviculture is highly developed, being built on a firm foundation of over a century of research, observation and practice. It is often considered a model for growers of other plantation species. This book explores current knowledge and experience with radiata pine forest plantation management an d examines its long-term sustainability.

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