CHAPTER 8

What defines an even-aged forest?

• Trees with varying ages and diverse canopy layers

• Trees regenerated from different management units

• Trees that originated from the same cohort and have little age difference

• Trees with multi-species and uneven distribution

Which of the following is not an advantage of even-aged forest management?

• Uniform yield

• Easier to manage

• High biodiversity

• Uniform canopy structure

What is one main disadvantage of even-aged forest systems?

• High management cost

• Difficult harvesting schedule

• Increased vulnerability to pests and diseases

• Lack of regeneration potential

What does the term "harvest rotation" refer to?

• Changing tree species each year

• Annual harvesting based on timber price

• Scheduled harvesting of forest compartments over a set number of years

• Rotating forest management staff among zones

What type of regeneration method involves removing all trees at once and replanting?

• Shelterwood

• Seedtree

• Clearcutting

• Selective logging

Which regeneration technique allows for gradual removal of trees to protect young growth?

• Clearcutting

• Seedtree

• Shelterwood

• Coppicing

What is the main benefit of using a compartment rotation system in forest management?

• Maximizes price of timber only

• Prevents ecological succession

• Ensures long-term sustainable yield and planning

• Eliminates need for forest monitoring

Two-aged forests are characterized by:

• Complete removal of all trees

• Continuous harvesting every month

• Two distinct canopy layers from different age groups

• Natural regeneration only

Why is ecological impact a concern in even-aged forest management?

• Forests grow too slowly

• Wildlife populations increase rapidly

• Uniform structure reduces species diversity and resilience

• It increases revenue too quickly

Which regeneration method relies on retaining a few mature trees for seed dispersal?

• Shelterwood

• Coppice

• Seedtree

• Clearcutting