Assessment of the completeness of scots pine plantations in natural conditions of the suburban forestry of the myrhorod superforestry of the Slobozhansky forest office branch of the state enterprise «Forests of Ukraine»

Abstract

A taxation survey of 75 sample plots in Scots pine stands of varying age and composition was conducted within the Suburban Forestry of the Myrhorod Superforestry, Slobozhansky Forestry branch, SE «Forests of Ukraine». Diameter, height, completeness, and crown closure were measured [1]. Based on the data, actual stand fullness was calculated and compared with typical inventory categories. Plantation fullness ranged from 0.55 to 0.90, depending on age and forest vegetation conditions. The results are recommended for use in forest maintenance planning.