Starting a Forest / Forest Establishment

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In a nutshell

This module provides an overview of the principles of forest establishment including ground preparation, planting, and maintenance operations, both on restock and afforestation sites. Particular emphasis is given to the use and management of natural regeneration as an establishment method. The module includes indoor sessions as well as extensive site visits and practical exercises.

Prerequisite knowledge

• Basic understanding of forestry practice and/or undergraduate degree or equivalent
• Understanding of site conditions and tree species selection

Learning outcomes

Delegates can conclude from site conditions on appropriate ground cultivation techniques and apply them to best practice. They are able to design and supervise establishment operations, decide on necessary protection measures, put a suitable monitoring system in place and plan respacing, formative shaping and pruning interventions if and when they become necessary.