What are the possible types of forest felling!?
Before starting logging, it is essential to understand which type of felling is most suitable
What is forest felling?
Felling is a process that takes place in the forest when trees are cut down to improve stand quality and/or obtain timber. Within felling activities, two main categories are distinguished – tending felling and main felling. Specific types of felling, such as sanitary, reconstruction and landscape felling, should also be mentioned.
Main felling – one of the most common types of felling
Main felling is the process of cutting down a stand when the stand reaches a certain age or diameter. This type of felling can also be called regeneration felling, as forest regeneration is required after its completion. Within the main felling, various execution methods are possible. For example, clear felling is a type of felling that involves complete felling of a stand in one stage. After clear felling, the forest is restored using artificial (planting or sowing) or natural methods. The maximum area of clear felling is determined depending on the type of forest.
MAIN TYPES OF FELLING AND THEIR APPLICATION:
Main Felling:
- Clear felling: the stand is completely cut down. After felling, the forest is restored. The maximum area depends on the forest type.
- Gradual Felling: the stand is cut down in several stages to promote natural regeneration.
- Selection Felling: does not involve complete felling of the stand, only part of the stand is cut.
Tending Felling:
- The goal is to improve the growing conditions of the remaining trees and form the desired composition.
- Young Stand Tending Felling: begins when fast-growing trees begin to suppress the target species trees.
- Stock Tending Felling: provides an opportunity to generate income from roundwood assortments.
Sanitary Felling:
- To be carried out if the stand has suffered from natural disasters or tree death.
- Cuts down damaged and diseased trees to protect the rest of the stand.
It is essential that the forest owner is informed about the different types of felling and their application time to ensure sustainable forestry and stand health.
