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Aimed at students, the text presents foundational forestry science and practical conservation. It describes tree anatomy, growth and reproduction; forest types and wildlife; the role of forests in preventing floods and supporting agriculture; common timber species and their uses; the causes and control of fires, insects, and diseases; and nursery and reforestation techniques. It surveys national and state forest systems, recreational uses, and policy and economic arguments for practicing forestry by governments, lumbermen, and farmers. Practical chapters discuss reducing wood waste and meeting national wood needs, with illustrations and example management practices.
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