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...
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...