kroonbeheer
Kroonbeheer, also known as crown management, is a strategy used in the management of forests and other natural resources. It involves the selective harvesting of trees, typically focusing on the most valuable or mature trees, while leaving the rest of the forest intact. This approach aims to maintain the overall health and productivity of the forest, as well as to provide sustainable timber yields over the long term.
The concept of kroonbeheer was developed in the Netherlands in the early 20th century, and it has
1. Selective harvesting: Only the most valuable or mature trees are harvested, leaving the rest of the
2. Maintenance of forest structure: By leaving the rest of the forest intact, kroonbeheer helps to maintain
3. Sustainable timber yields: By focusing on the most valuable trees, kroonbeheer can provide sustainable timber
Kroonbeheer is often used in conjunction with other forest management practices, such as thinning and planting,