Introduction to Forestry and Natural Resources

Introduction to Forestry and Natural Resources, Second Edition presents a broad, completely updated overview of the profession of forestry. The book details several key fields within forestry, including forest management, economics, policy, utilization, and forestry careers. Chapters deal specifically with forest regions of the world, landowners, forest products, wildlife habitats, tree anatomy and physiology, and forest disturbances and health. These topics are ideal for undergraduate introductory courses and include numerous examples and questions for students to ponder. There is also a section dedicated to forestry careers. Unlike other introductory forestry texts, which focus largely on forest ecology rather than practical forestry concepts, Introduction to Forestry and Natural Resources, Second Edition encompasses economic, ecological, and social aspects providing a uniquely balanced text. The wide range of experience of the contributing authors equips them especially well to identify missing content from other texts in the area and address topics currently covered in corresponding college courses. Covers the application of forestry and natural resources around the world with a focus on practical applications and graphical examplesDescribes basic techniques for measuring and evaluating forest resources and natural resources, including fundamental terminology and conceptsIncludes management policies and their influence at the local, national, and international levels INDICE: 1. A Brief History of Forestry and Natural Resource Management 2. Forest Regions of the World 3. Forest Objectives, Goals, and Constraints 4. Forest Products 5. Wildlife Habitat Relationships 6. Ecosystems Services 7. Forest Recreation 8. Forest Measurements and Forestry Related Data 9. Tree anatomy and physiology 10. Forest Dynamics 11. Common Forestry Practices 12. Forest Harvesting Systems 13. Forest Economics 14. Forest Disturbances and Health 15. Forest Policies and External Pressures 16. Urban Forestry 17. Ethics 18. Careers Appendix A. Species Names B. Glossary C. Forestry Organizations

• ISBN: 978-0-12-819002-9
• Editorial: Academic Press
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
• Fecha Publicación: 01/11/2020
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés