A New Diameter Distribution Model for Unmanaged Loblolly Pine Plantations in East Texas

A Modified Stand Table Projection Growth Model for Unmanaged Loblolly and Slash Pine Plantations in East Texas

Four methodologies to project future trees per acre by diameter class were compared to develop a new modified stand table projection growth model for unmanaged loblolly pine (Pinus taeda L.) and slash pine (Pinus elliottii Engelm.) plantations in East Texas. The new models were fit to 92,882 observations from 153 permanent plots located in loblolly pine plantations and 33,792 observations from ...

An Annual Tree Survival and Diameter Growth Model for Loblolly and Slash Pine Plantations in East Texas

An annual growth model that predicts individual tree survival and diameter growth was developed for loblolly pine (Pinus taeda) and slash pine (Pinus elliottii) trees in East Texas as a function of individual-tree diameter, plantation age, basal area per acre, dominant height, quadratic mean diameter, and presence of fusiform rust (Cronartium quercuum [Berk.] Miyabe ex Shirai f. sp. fusiforme)....

Optimal Financial Returns of Loblolly Pine in East Texas by

The profitability of managing loblolly pine (Pinus taeda L.) on nonindustrial private forest lands in East Texas depends on the frequency, timing and intensity of commercial thinning(s), and the timing of the final harvest. The landowner's alternative rate of return (ARR), stumpage prices, labor costs, and management practices also have an effect on profitability. To determine the best manageme...

A Whole-stand Growth and Yield Model for Intensively and Extensively Managed Loblolly Pine Plantations in East Texas Prior to First Thin

High Tonnage Harvesting and Skidding for Loblolly Pine Energy Plantations

The southeastern United States has a promising source for renewable energy in the form of woody biomass. To meet the energy needs, energy plantations will likely be utilized. These plantations will contain a high density of small-stem pine trees. Since the stems are relatively small when compared with traditional product removal, the harvesting costs will increase. The purpose of this research ...