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- Principles of Regeneration Silviculture in Virginia
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Silviculture, the part of forest management that deals with the biology of tree growth, is the art and science of producing, tending, and manipulating forest stands. Silvicultural practices include regenerating the forest, maintaining tree growth, and harvesting trees in order to satisfy the landowner's objectives.
- A Logger's Guide to Forest Planning
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A good planning guide for harvest operations.
- Bureau of Land Management
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is responsible for managing 264 million acres of land--about one-eighth of the land in the United States--and about 300 million additional acres of subsurface mineral resources. The Bureau is also responsible for wildfire management and suppression on 388 million acres.
- Questions About Forestry and Forestland? Ask a Consulting Forester
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This article explains the role of a consulting forester in assisting, advising, and informing a landowner about his forestland.
- Farm Pond Safety BROKEN
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It is the farm operator's responsibility to see that his/her farm pond is as safe as possible. This factsheet provides some recommendations for achieving pond safety.
- Waterchestnut: Eleocharis dulcis (Burm. f.) Trin. ex Henschel
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Brief description of waterchestnut and its complicated growth requirements.
- Southern Hardwood Management Manual
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We hope this publication will serve to expand the private forest landowners' horizon to the possibilities of hardwood management. We have assembled chapters on the various hardwood forest types found across the South. Other chapters address management practices designed to regenerate and maintain stand and site quality, plus many other benefits.
- Urban Forest Values: Economic Benefits of Trees in Cities
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Many important decisions in American cities are based on careful cost and benefit analysis of options. The values of trees and plants in our urban centers are often overlooked. Urban forests are a significant and increasingly valuable asset of the urban environment. Scientists have measured the tremendous returns that trees provide for people in cities.
- Temporary ESA Priority Changes
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The USDI-Fish and Wildlife Service has clear priority-setting procedures for listing endangered and threatened species (e.g. Endangered Species Act (ESA) of 1973, as amended). To review this numeric system please see University of Georgia Cooperative Exte...
- Smoke Management Guidelines for Vegetative Debris Burning Operations In The State of South Carolina
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Smoke Management Guidelines``for Vegetative Debris Burning Operations``in the``State of South Carolina
- Tree Care Industry Association
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The Tree Care Industry Association is a 70-year-old public and professional resource on trees and arboriculture representing approximately 2,100 tree service and affiliated company members.
- Anthracnose of Acacia
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Describes (with supplementing pictures) the Anthracnose fungus that plagues Acacia trees and its management and prevention
- Wood Products Business: Not Necessarily as Usual: Part 2
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Added: October 25, 2008Developing a customer base for a business and then continually satisfying it requires innovative thinking and forward-looking planning.
- The Timberland Decision Support System
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The Texas Forest Service TDSS is a web-based decision tool for non-industrial private forest landowners and others who are interested in timberland investment and management.
- 2009 Florida Plant Disease Management Guide: Watercress
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Guide summarizing different diseases affecting watercress
- Tips for Hunting Leases
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Leasing hunting land is one of several types of hunting enterprises. A good lease describes the agreements between landowner and hunter so that there are no misunderstandings about the privileges being purchased.
- Testing Your Soil
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Added: October 20, 2008This publication explains the benefits and process of testing your soil.
- Sustainable Urban Landscape Information Series
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Millions of dollars are spent each year designing, implementing, and maintaining urban landscapes. Unfortunately, long-term problems are caused when these processes are not carried out properly. Many of these problems can be avoided or reduced by utilizing sustainable landscape practices. A landscape developed with sustainable practices will improve the environment by conserving resources and reducing chemical applications.
- Shrubs: Functions, Planting, and Maintenance
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Planting shrubs is one of the smartest things you can do-both for yourself and your community. Shrubs can help increase the value of your property and provide privacy and beauty around your home.
- Recreational Forest Trails: Plan for Success
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Which Type of Trail?; Studying the Land; Designing, Laying Out, and Constructing a Trail; Trail Width, Clearing Heights, and Grade Specifications; Constructing the Trail for Maximum Accessibility; Top Ten Trail Construction Tips
- Gypsy Moth
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The gypsy moth, Lymantria dispar Linnaeus, is one of the most notorious pests of hardwood trees in the Eastern United States. Since 1980, the gypsy moth has defoliated close to a million or more forested acres each year. In 1981, a record 12.9 million acres were defoliated. This is an area larger than Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut combined.
- A Homeowner's Guide to Living with Bears
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Added: April 17, 2008 - Soil Organic Matter
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Organic matter makes up only a small part of the soil. However, even in small amounts, organic matter is very important. This fact sheet answers some basic questions about soil organic matter.
- Leaf Key
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Key out your leaf by clicking on the button that best describes it. ``A table will list the possible matches, with links to fact sheets. ``If a picture exactly matches your leaf, clicking on the picture will take you directly to a fact sheet for that species (you will have to use the back button in your browser to return to the key).
- Urban Parks - on-line
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The Urban Parks Institute was established in 1996 to help improve the quality of urban parks, especially in underserved neighborhoods, by educating public, private and nonprofit sector leaders about best practices in urban park revitalization.
- Should You Attempt Fish Farming? Considerations for Prospective Fish Growers
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Fish farming is, like most other types of farming, a risky business that requires special knowledge, skills, and careful considerations. Some of the most important factors to consider in determining whether you should begin a fish farming business are included in this publication.
- National Agroforestry Center
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A useful site for everyone interested in the practice of agroforestry in North America.
- Hunter Safety After a Disaster
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A major storm adds new dimensions to hunter safety. Hunters must be aware of the increased hazards. In some heavily damaged areas, hunting may be limited or cancelled for the year. Before going afield, it is advisable to check with your state's wildlife department to see if your favorite hunting spot falls into the closed category.
- Autumn Colors
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The spectacular parade of colors associated with the "Indian Summer" days of autumn is created by a complicated series of interactions involving pigments, sunlight, moisture, chemicals, hormones, temperature, length of daylight, growing location and genetic traits.
- Why Invest in Timber Production
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Added: May 11, 1999This paper discusses the costs and benefits of growing timber. Understanding some basic information on``environmental and economic factors can help a landowner make an informed decision.
