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Forest Management and Planning,

Edition 2

By Pete Bettinger, Kevin Boston, Jacek P. Siry and Donald L. Grebner

Publication Date: 24 Jan 2017

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Forest Management and Planning, Second Edition, addresses contemporary forest management planning issues, providing a concise, focused resource for those in forest management. The book is intermixed with chapters that concentrate on quantitative subjects, such as economics and linear programming, and qualitative chapters that provide discussions of important aspects of natural resource management, such as sustainability.

Expanded coverage includes a case study of a closed canopy, uneven-aged forest, new forest plans from South America and Oceania, and a new chapter on scenario planning and climate change adaptation.

Key Features

Helps students and early career forest managers understand the problems facing professionals in the field today
Designed to support land managers as they make complex decisions on the ecological, economic, and social impacts of forest and natural resources
Presents updated, real-life examples that are illustrated both mathematically and graphically
Includes a new chapter on scenario planning and climate change adaptation
Incorporates the newest research and forest certification standards
Offers access to a companion website with updated solutions, geographic databases, and illustrations

About the author

By Pete Bettinger, Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources, University of Georgia, Athens, GA, USA; Kevin Boston, Oregon State University, USA; Jacek P. Siry, Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources, University of Georgia, Athens, GA, USA and Donald L. Grebner, Department of Forestry, Mississippi State University, USA

Chapter 1. Management of Forests and Other Natural Resources

Abstract
I Introduction
II Forest Management
III The Need for Forest Management Plans
IV General Emphasis of Forest Management Plans
V Example Forest Plans
VI Characterizing the Decision-Making Process
VII Summary
Questions
References

Chapter 2. Valuing and Characterizing Forest Conditions

Abstract
I Introduction
II Structural Evaluation of Natural Resources
III Economic Evaluation of Natural Resources
IV Environmental and Social Evaluation of Natural Resources
V Summary
Questions
References

Chapter 3. Geographic Information and Land Classification in Support of Forest Planning

Abstract
I Introduction
II Geographic Information Systems
III Land Classification
IV Summary
Questions
References

Chapter 4. Estimation and Projection of Stand and Forest Conditions

Abstract
I Introduction
II The Growth of Forests
III Projecting Stand Conditions
IV Output From Growth and Yield Models
V Model Evaluation
VI Summary
Questions
References

Chapter 5. Optimization of Tree- and Stand-Level Objectives

Abstract
I Introduction
II Tree-level Optimization
III Stand-level Optimization
IV Decision Tree Analysis
V Mathematical Models for Optimizing Stand-level Management Regimes
VI Dynamic Programming
VII Summary
Questions
References

Chapter 6. Graphical Solution Techniques for Two-Variable Linear Problems

Abstract
I Introduction
II Example Problems in Natural Resource Management
III Optimality, Feasibility, and Efficiency
IV Summary
Questions
References

Chapter 7. Linear Programming

Abstract
I Introduction
II Four Assumptions Inherent in Standard Linear Programming Models
III Objective Functions for Linear Programming Problems
IV Accounting Rows for Linear Programming Problems
V Constraints for Linear Programming Problems
VI Detached Coefficient Matrix
VII Model I, II, and III Linear Programming Problems
VIII Interpretation of Results Generated from Linear Programming Problems
IX Assessing Alternative Management Scenarios
X Case Study: Western United States Forest
XI Case Study: Northern United States Hardwood Forest
XII Summary
Questions
References

Chapter 8. Advanced Planning Techniques

Abstract
I Introduction
II Extensions to Linear Programming
III Binary Search
IV Heuristic Methods
V Forest Planning Software
VI Summary
Questions
References

Chapter 9. Forest and Natural Resource Sustainability

Abstract
I Introduction
II Sustainability of Production
III Sustainability of Multiple Uses
IV Sustainability of Ecosystems and Social Values
V Incorporating Measures of Sustainability Into Forest Plans
VI Sustainability Beyond the Immediate Forest
VII Summary
Questions
References

Chapter 10. Models of Desired Forest Structure

Abstract
I Introduction
II The Normal Forest
III The Regulated Forest
IV Irregular Forest Structures
V Structures Guided by a Historical Range of Variability
VI Structures Not Easily Classified
VII Summary
Questions
References

Chapter 11. Control Techniques for Commodity Production and Wildlife Objectives

Abstract
I Controlling the Area Scheduled
II Controlling the Volume Scheduled
III Application of Area and Volume Control to the Putnam Tract
IV Area–Volume Check
V Wildlife Habitat Control
VI The Allowable Cut Effect
VII Summary
Questions
References

Chapter 12. Spatial Restrictions and Considerations in Forest Planning

Abstract
I Adjacency and Green-up Rules as They Relate to Clearcut Harvesting
II Adjacency and Green-up of Group Selection Patch Harvests
III Habitat Quality Considerations
IV Road and Trail Maintenance and Construction
V Summary
Questions
References

Chapter 13. Hierarchical System for Planning and Scheduling Management Activities

Abstract
I Strategic Planning
II Tactical Planning
III Operational Planning
IV Vertical Integration of Planning Processes
V Blended, Combined, and Adaptive Approaches
VI Your Involvement in Forest Planning Processes
VII Summary
Questions
References

Chapter 14. Forest Supply Chain Management

Abstract
I Introduction
II Components of a Forestry Supply Chain
III Association With the Hierarchy of Forest Planning
IV Mathematical Formulations Associated With Forestry Supply Chain Components
V Sources of Variation in the Forestry Supply Chain
VI Summary
Questions
References

Chapter 15. Forest Certification and Carbon Sequestration

Abstract
I Introduction
II Forest Certification Programs
III Cost and Benefits of Forest Certification
IV Forest Carbon Sequestration
V Opportunities and Challenges in Increasing Forest Carbon Storage
VI Emissions Trading
VII Selected US Carbon Reporting and Trading Schemes
VIII Forest Carbon Implications for Forest Management
IX Summary
Questions
References

Chapter 16. Scenario Analysis in Support of Strategic Planning

Abstract
I Introduction
II An Overview of the Role of Scenario Analysis
III Developing Scenarios
IV Applying Scenario Analysis to Forest Planning
V Summary
Questions
References

Appendix A. Databases Used Throughout Forest Management and Planning

A.I A Douglas-Fir Stand From Western Oregon
A.II The Lincoln Tract
A.III The Putnam Tract

Appendix B. The Simplex Method for Solving Linear Planning Problems

B.I Introduction
B.II Ten Steps That Represent the Simplex Method
B.III A Two-Variable, Two-Constraint Problem Solved With the Simplex Method
Questions

Appendix C. Writing a Memorandum or Report

C.I Memorandums
C.II Reports

ISBN: 9780128094761

Page Count: 362

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Students in Forestry and Forest Management, primarily in upper-level courses in forestry and in natural resource management, wildlife, and recreation programs. Additional audience includes researchers in Forestry and Forestry Management

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