Glossary / group selection

group selection

(noun)

group selection (noun) — A forest management technique in which a forest is regenerated by cutting small patches within a mature forest.

A forest management technique in which a forest is regenerated by cutting small patches within a mature forest. This approach emulates the existing forest’s structure while enabling timber production. It also creates space for wildlife and more sunlight, which can accelerate tree growth.

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What is group selection?

A forest management technique in which a forest is regenerated by cutting small patches within a mature forest. This approach emulates the existing forest’s structure while enabling timber production. It also creates space for wildlife and more sunlight, which can accelerate tree growth.

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