| Regenerating Quaking Aspen: Management Recommendations |
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September 11, 2019 |
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Aspen is a valuable raw material for paper, waferboard and lumber. It also contributes to soil and water conservation and provides habitat for many species of wildlife. This publication describes the regeneration process and gives management recommendations that promote regeneration of aspen following timber harvest. Discusses harvest seasons and methods with emphasis on clearcutting. Includes photos and an illustration. For owners of forested land, forestry professionals, forestry students and forest product businesses.
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| Author: |
Peter C. Bates, Charles R. Blinn, Alvin A. Alm |
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| Length in pages or time: |
7 pages |
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1 |
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| Order information or contact: |
MES Distr Ctr (order@dc.extension.umn.edu, fax 612/625-6281). Credit cards: 800/876-8636, 612/624-4900. |
| Link: |
http://www.extension.umn.edu/Documents/D/D/DD5637.html |
| MAEE Partner |
University of Minnesota Extension
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Regenerating Quaking Aspen: Management Recommendations
Posted: September 11, 2019 by MAEE Administration
Category: University of Minnesota Extension
Aspen is a valuable raw material for paper, waferboard and lumber. It also contributes to soil and water conservation and provides habitat for many species of wildlife. This publication describes the regeneration process and gives management recommendations that promote regeneration of aspen following timber harvest. Discusses harvest seasons and methods with emphasis on clearcutting. Includes photos and an illustration. For owners of forested land, forestry professionals, forestry students and forest product businesses.