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forest thinning

Definition:
The silvicultural practice of removing excess, diseased or poor quality trees and underbrush to improve the growth, health and value of the standing timber crop.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Core
NALT Full
Entry Terms:
  • thinning (in forests)
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/41208
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