A glossary of forestry terminology acre a land area of 43,560 square feet about 209 by 209 feet. This selection of glossary in forestry and related terminology gives you the possibility to find quick definition, formal description, significance, synonyms, translation and adaptations of certain terms commonly used in forestry. For the nonexpert, the terminology can be confusing and offputting. Close definition aesthetics view definition the forest value, rooted in beauty and visual appreciation, affording inspiration, contributing to the arts, and providing a special quality of life. Many industrial foresters offer free forest management or marketing services to the landowners who sell timber to the foresters employer. Force on forest genetic resources, and iufros silvavoc terminology project. This list of terms and definitions should result in better csmmunication among pmple involved in forwt engineering. Pdf on jun 12, 2002, andreas schuck and others published compilation of forestry terms and definitions find, read. Forest service produced glossaries are wellknown as high quality, authoritative resources which serve as standards and guidelines for technical terminology. Compilation of forestry terms does not by any means claim to be complete but under.
Andreas schuck, risto paivinen, tuomo hytonen and brita pajari. Glossary of forestry terms university of maryland extension. Welcome to the glossary of terms used in timber harvesting and forest engineering, an online vocabulary tool of 1,026 terms related to forestry. Arboriculture glossary of terms there are 1070 entries in this glossary. The renewal of a forest stand by natural seeding onsite or from adjacent stands. It is meant as a background for landowners and others who want a better understanding of forestry and some of the technical terms you might see on.
Words that appear in italic type are defined elsewhere in this glossary. The prongs are placed against opposite sides of a tree to read its diameter on the scale. Afforestation the establishment of forest trees by planting or seeding an area not previously forested. Aesthetics an individuals appreciation of the forest landscape for its unique and varied components without regard to its utility or monetary value.
Glossary forestry terms nevada county resource conservation. Pdf compilation of forestry terms and definitions researchgate. Greenfacts, based on fao forestry department terms and definitions. A glossary of common terms coppice growth new shoots that grow at the base of a tree in response to stresses, such as the cutting of the tree a form of natural regeneration that allows some species to. A sum of the basal area when used with the number of trees within a given forest can aid in determining. Glossary of tree terms acid having a ph level below 7. D deciduous view definition shedding or losing leaves annually. This list of terms and definitions should result in better communication among people involved in forest engineering. A metal or wooden device consisting of an arm and two prongs, one of which is free to slide along a graduated scale on the arm. July 2012 fm1 glossary of forest management terms additional forestry terms, with supporting photographs, are defined in a glossary available within the water quality portion of the n.
In order to promote public education and public safety, equal justice for all, a better informed citizenry, the rule of law, world trade and world peace, this legal document is hereby made available on a noncommercial basis, as it is the right of all humans to know and speak the laws that govern them. Arboriculture glossary arboriculture international tree. Forestry terms whats in a name professional forestry terms. Compilation of forestry terms and definitions european forest. Close definition defect view definition any irregularity or imperfection on a tree, log, or other wood product that reduces the volume of. Section one contains the english to spanish translations, and section two the spanish to. Glossary of forest engineering terms forest operations. Means applicable to the organization as a legal person or business enterprise in or for the benefit of the management unit and those laws which affect the implementation of the fsc principles and criteria. A literature survey served as the main means for compiling the forestry terms and definitions. The national institute for occupational safety and health niosh conducts research in order to improve worker safety and health in these sectors. Silvicultural terms in canada englishfrench wildland, natural resource, and landuse glossary a large glossarydictionaryof land use terminology.
The canadian forest service promotes the sustainable development of canadas forests and the competitiveness of the canadian forest sector. The statement in all significant respects recognizes that there may be minor, or insignificant, instances of noncompliance. You can help us remain free and independant as well as to develop new ways to communicate science by becoming a patron. Fscstd01002 fsc glossary of terms 5 of 30 applicable law. Department of agriculture which certifies that a shipment has been inspected and is free from harmful pests and plant diseases. Terminology is central to the work of fao forestry. Thats why the royal forestry society has compiled a new and expanded edition of our popular glossary tree terms to turn treespeak into plain english for nonprofessionals. This list of terms and definitions should result in. This legislation initiated the forest practice rules in california that, when followed, will allow maximum sustained production of timber, while giving consideration to values such as recreation, watershed, wildlife, range and forage, fisheries, and aesthetic enjoyment. Agroforestry the intentional act of combining agriculture and forestry to create integrated and sustainable landuse system. A acre view definition a unit of land equal to 43,560 square feet. Allowable cut volume of wood that can be cut during a given period without. The ncfas forest education and conservation foundation fecf offers a scholarship program for students pursuing a forestry career in the state of north carolina. Silvicultural terms in canada englishfrench wildland, natural resource, and landuse glossary a large glossary dictionary of land use terminology.
In discussing forest land management and everyday forest operations, you will often hear and read words and phrases that are unique to the natural resources professions. A glossary of common forestry terms 3 a glossary of common forestry terms david mercker extension forester department of forestry, wildlife and fisheries university of tennessee acre a land area of 43,560 square feet. Glossary of forest management terms forests ontario. Allaged or unevenaged forest management management of a forest by periodically removing some trees from the stand. Glossary of forestry terms as with any profession, forestry has its own vocabulary. Now, through a cooperative project between the national agricultural library and the national forest service library, these valuable glossaries are available on the web, with enhanced. Fire management a glossary of terms used in fire management of forestry. The purpose of this glossary is to present to translators, scientists, resource managers, administrators and others the spanishenglish equivalent translations of scientific and ii management terms commonly used in the disciplines of forestry, range management, wildlife management, fisheries, soils and botany. Not to be confused with cable systems which use cables and supports. A glossary of forestry terminology mendocino county.
We hope you find this glossary informative and useful. Active falling area the area within two treelength radius of where a faller or a mechanized falling machine is operating adverse gradeascending grade in the direction of travel. Trees such as maple, ash, cherry, and larch are deciduous. There is a pdf version of this document for downloading and printing. A glossary of common forestry terms 3 biltmore stick a large rulertype instrument that is used to measure the diameter at breast height dbh and log height of timber in order to estimate board foot volume. The objective of this publication is to provide a glossary of definitions for a broad group of terms used in forestry and in forest engineering, with an emphasis on harvesting. A process for continually improving management policies and practices by learning. Glossary of terms used timber hawes ing engineering. Ministerial conference on the protection of forests in europe. In 2001 the collection of forestry terms was extended to include further terms which. The food and agriculture organization fao defines forest as a portion of land bigger than half a hectare 5 000m2 with trees higher than 5 meters and a tree canopy cover of more than 10 %, or with trees that will be able to meet these criteria.
A glossary of common terms acre an area of land equal to 43,560 square feet or. A glossary for private landowners woodland owner notes. Glossary of forestry terms forest investment associates. This summary is free and ad free, as is all of our content. Essay contest essay contest for grades 312 that celebrates national forest products week. A document issued by the department of agriculture, fisheries and forestry, for exports from australia of plants or plant products. Turpentine a distilled chemical produced from tapping into a living pine and harvesting the sap. California forest practice act rules also known as the zbergnejedly forest practice act of 1973. The agriculture, forestry, and fishing sectors are the cornerstone of industries that produce food, fiber, and biofuel. Also, there are more definitions of selected forestry terms in. The national forest service library provides information services, access to ejournals and bibliographic databases, current literature alerting services, and a full range of document delivery and ill services to forest service employees. Close definition deed view definition a legal document usedto transfer title in real property from one person to another. Aerial logging a logging system which fully suspends the logs such as done by helicopters or balloons.
Suggest additional entries to this bibliography here acknowledgements to gillian petrokofsky for contributing to this bibliography. It is meant as a background for landowners and others who want a better understanding of forestry and. Forestry department food and agriculture organization of the. Terms in nys envirothons glossary learn with flashcards, games, and more for free. These create snow free zones critical for wildlife feeding during winter. Arboriculture glossary arboriculture international.
Oct 15, 2019 a document issued by the department of agriculture, fisheries and forestry, for exports from australia of plants or plant products. Many industrial foresters offer free forest management or marketing ser vices to the landowners who sell timber to the foresters employer. Glossary of forestry terms the word forest organisation. Part 629 glossary of landform and geologic terms 6295 430vinssh, 2008 c glossary terms and definitions. An organism that exists in the free state in an area but is not native to that area. The terminology used in forest engineering and har. Glossaries national forest service library usda forest service. Clearcut a harvesting and regeneration system which removes all the trees. Glossaries national forest service library usda forest.
A glossary for private landowners woodland owner notes in discussing forest land management and everyday forest operations, you will often hear and read words and phrases that are unique to the natural resources professions. Ministry of forests and range glossary of forestry terms in british. These create snowfree zones critical for wildlife feeding during winter. This fact sheet is designed to help the reader better understand some of the terminology associated with woodland management. The statement in all significant respects recognizes that there may be minor, or insignificant, instances of. Document from the european forest institute website at. Glossary of terms used in timber hawes ing and forest engineering. Glossary agriculture, forestry, and fishing research at. Pdf on jun 12, 2002, andreas schuck and others published compilation of forestry terms and definitions find, read and cite all the research you need on researchgate. Forestry is a science and various actions we perform in forests to process, preserve and manage our forests. Tree terms contains more than 300 definitions, from acidification to young growth.
A simple glossary of forestry terms for anyone who wants a better understanding of forestry this page contain a simple glossary of forestry terms. A glossary of common forestry terms w 428 ut extension. Terminology terminology from various disciplines, including ecology, forestry, wildlife, and recreation are defined in this article to aid private landowners in communications with natural resource managers. Glossary of forestry terms published by forestry canada, pacific and yukon region revised 1993 pdf version created november 2000 a previous version of this glossary originally appeared as an appendix to managing your woodland. Pruning is carried out to improve the market value of the final wood product by producing knot free wood for the improvement of the tree or its timber. If square in shape, it would measure approximately 209 feet per side. As a neutral forum, clear, agreed and multilingual terms are required for efficient communication and to avoid erroneous conclusions. Terms used in timber harvesting and forest engineering. This extension note provides a glossary of common forestry terms that will help you understand some forest management concepts and share your ideas with forestry experts.
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