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Influence of cattle grazing and forage seeding on establishment of conifers in southwest Oregon

Creator:

Alejandro-Castro, Mabel

Abstract:

The ability of controlled livestock grazing, in combination with seeding of palatable forages, to reduce understory competition and enhance conifer establishment, was evaluated during 1985 and 1986, on two adjacent sites in southwestern Oregon. In 1984, Site 1 was clearcut and broadcast burned to remove slash, and Site 2 was...

Resource Type:

Masters Thesis

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CHAPTER I: INFLUENCE OF LIVESTOCK AND WILDLIFE ON ESTABLISHMENT OF CONIFER PLANTATIONS IN SOUTHWEST OREGON
Growth of plantation conifers and whiteleaf manzanita in southwest Oregon

Creator:

Hanson, Thomas J. (Thomas Jeffrey)

Abstract:

Southwest Oregon presents an environment of hot dry summers, cool moist winters, and rocky, shallow soils. The establishment of conifer plantations in this region presents challenging problems for initial seedling survival and subsequent growth. Three areas of concern include early conifer growth after seedling establishment, growth of competing hardwoods within...

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Dissertation