Maastalähtöön

Maastalähtöön refers to a specific type of forest operation in Finland. It describes the practice of felling trees and transporting them directly from the forest to a processing facility, such as a sawmill or pulp mill, without intermediate storage or sorting in the forest itself. This method aims to streamline the logistics of timber harvesting and reduce handling. In maastalähtöön, harvested timber is typically loaded onto trucks at the felling site and transported to its final destination. This contrasts with traditional methods that might involve creating separate log piles or sorting areas within the forest before final transport. The efficiency gains from maastalähtöön are often attributed to reduced labor, equipment use, and land disturbance in the forest. However, it requires careful planning and appropriate access routes for heavy machinery and trucks. The suitability of maastalähtöön depends on factors like the terrain, the size of the harvest area, and the proximity of processing facilities. It is a common practice in modern forestry, particularly in areas with good road infrastructure.