Complex stand
structures arising from
paradigm shifts in forest
management practices (e.g.,
variable retention silvicultural
systems; natural disturbance
pattern emulation; mechanized
systematic/selective thinning
treatments) represent an
increasing proportion of
the productive forest land
base throughout many of
the world’s
forested ecosystems.
Characterized by vertical,
horizontal and spatial
heterogeneity, complex
stand structures are
inherently difficult
to quantify and model
in terms of their temporal
dynamics.
The
conference theme is centred
around stand structural
issues pertaining to
complex forest types
- focusing primarily
on measurement and modeling.
Consequences of managing
complex stand structures
in terms of operational
logistics, product quality
and value outcomes, and
economic implications are
important secondary considerations.
The objective of this
conference is to review
the latest research pertaining
to complex stand structures
from a global perspective.
The conference program
will consist of six plenary
sessions with a concurrent
poster session and in-conference
field-tour.
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