One of the most effective tools for caring for your property is a management plan. Using the Land Steward series and our template, you can create a plan that will help you achieve your stewardship goals. ...
While relatively healthy, forests in western Oregon face threats from climate stress, insects and disease. Here's a look at forest management strategies to cope with those threats and keep the state's forests healthy.
Glenn Ahrens |
Apr 2020 |
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Credit: Brooke Edmunds, Oregon State University (Cropped from original)
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