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October 5, 2025

The Development of Direct Seeded Stands of Loblolly Pine

RMR. G. MerrifieldMitchell Institute RFR. R. FoilArkansas Agricultural Experiment Station THThomas HansbroughDepartment of Forestry

Key Points

Planted loblolly pine stands produced nearly double the merchantable stems compared to direct seeded stands.
An increase of three cords per acre at first thinning could offset the higher costs of planting seedlings.
Uniform stem distribution in planted stands allows for earlier and heavier thinnings to boost total yield.
Cost analysis indicates that higher yields from planted stands can financially justify the initial investment.

Abstract

Abstract Ten years after establishment, planted stands of loblolly pine had almost double the number of merchantable stems found in stands established by direct seeding. Uniform distribution of stems in planted stands may make earlier, heavier thinnings possible, thereby increasing total yield during the rotation. Based on published cost data and average stumpage values, an increase in yield of three cords per acre at the first thinning would offset the higher cost of planting seedlings.

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