ohutuspääsude
Ohutuspääsude, often translated as "thinning felling" or "pre-commercial thinning," is a forestry practice primarily aimed at improving the growth and quality of remaining trees in a stand. It is typically carried out in young, densely planted forests, often before the trees reach a commercial size. The main objective is to reduce competition among trees for resources such as sunlight, water, and nutrients. By removing weaker, suppressed, or poorly formed trees, the remaining trees are given more space to develop, leading to increased diameter growth, improved wood quality, and a more resilient forest.
This silvicultural treatment can be performed manually using chainsaws or with specialized machinery. The trees removed
The benefits extend beyond individual tree growth. Thinning can reduce the risk of windthrow and snow damage