Study reveals significant species and site differences in epicormic branching after selection cuts, suggesting ecological strategies for forest managers.
Forest managers who use the selection method of harvest cutting in Appalachian hardwood stands have long pondered the extent and importance of epicormic branching following cutting. In a study reported here, it has been found that significant differences occur in profusion of epicormic branches by species, site, and position of log in tree. The increase of branches following partial cutting is related to original stand volume and intensity of cutting, but reduction in value yield is small.
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