- Increase the growth of the remaining trees, particularly the diameter of the tree rather than the height. This allows trees to reach a marketable size more quickly.
- Select the most favorable species for growth by removing the unwanted or low value trees.
- Reduce vulnerability to insect infestations and diseases by improving the health of remaining trees.
- Select for the highest quality trees by removing broken, deformed or forked trees.
- Utilize or sell trees that are cut.
There are five basic objectives may be met through implementation of woodland a thinning program:
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Crown thinning is the process of removing dead
and entwined branches that may hinder the trees progress. The tree surgeon reduces the canopy of the tree enabling more light to pass through.
