Journal of Forest Science, 2016 (vol. 62), issue 1

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J. For. Sci., 2016, 62(1):I-II | DOI: 10.17221/8689-JFS  

Evaluating the effects of physiographic parameters on the road cross section in mountain forests (Case study: northern forests of Iran)Original Paper

S. Peyrov, A. Najafi, J. Nourizadeh

J. For. Sci., 2016, 62(1):1-7 | DOI: 10.17221/89/2015-JFS  

Road cross section, as one the main effective factors in relation to fill and cut volume, was effective in costs and disturbance of forest road constructions. In this research, the effect of a few physiographic parameters on forest road cross section was evaluated. For this purpose, 192 cross sections on forest roads were delineated selectively in mountain forests in the north of Iran. The physiographic factors including elevation, hillside slope, slope aspect, rock base, and soil texture as well as cross section width were measured. After evaluating the data in terms of normality and homogeneity, it was analysed by Spearman's and Pearson's correlation...

Objective and subjective assessment of selected factors of the work environment of forest harvesters and forwardersOriginal Paper

M. Jankovský, V. Messingerová, M. Ferenčík, M. Allman

J. For. Sci., 2016, 62(1):8-16 | DOI: 10.17221/120/2014-JFS  

This article was aimed at assessment of selected factors of the work environment, which influenced the operators of harvesters and forwarders. The selection of the work environment factors was based on a thorough literature survey. From the survey exposure to whole-body vibrations, noise (equivalent and peak), microclimatic conditions and mental load were selected for detailed observations. The measurements were conducted according to international standards and assessed according to European or national legislation. Subjective assessment of the effects of the work environment was conducted through a structured interview. The exposure to whole-body...

Fine root development and mycorrhization in Norway spruce stands one year after fertilization with potassium sulphate and wood ashOriginal Paper

D. Klavina, A. Lazdinš, A. Bardule, V. Nikolajeva, M. Okmanis, I. Skranda, T. Gaitnieks, A. Menkis

J. For. Sci., 2016, 62(1):17-23 | DOI: 10.17221/93/2015-JFS  

We compared the effects of forest fertilization with wood ash and potassium (K) sulphate on growth and mycorrhizal colonization of fine roots and on other soil microorganisms in Norway spruce (Picea abies) stands with symptoms of foliage damage. Fertilization trials with the application of 0.25 kg.m-2 of wood ash and similar amount of K as K sulphate were established. One year later, a total of 270 soil samples with roots were collected to determine morphological parameters of fine roots and extent of mycorrhization. Soil samples were collected to characterize soil chemical composition and number of colony forming units (CFU) of soil bacteria and fungi....

How close to nature is close-to-nature pine silviculture?Original Paper

L. Bílek, S. Vacek, Z. Vacek, J. Remeš, J. Král, D. Bulušek, J. Gallo

J. For. Sci., 2016, 62(1):24-34 | DOI: 10.17221/98/2015-JFS  

Structural parameters of Scots pine stands (129-191 years) on their natural sites (270-600 m a.s.l.) are described on 6 permanent research plots (PRP; 3 in managed stands using near-natural silvicultural practices and 3 in stands without active forest management for 3 decades at least) in areas of western, central and eastern Bohemia and in the Polish part of the Krkonoše Mts. In the framework of the study structural and growth parameters, horizontal and vertical structure and biodiversity were evaluated on the plots. A comparison of the plots, and of managed and unmanaged plots showed a relatively high variability in different parameters. Nevertheless,...

Needs of the local population related to development of forests for recreational purposes: example of south-eastern PolandOriginal Paper

T. Dudek

J. For. Sci., 2016, 62(1):35-40 | DOI: 10.17221/99/2015-JFS  

Independent assessments of the local community's needs for recreational development of forests provide important information for forestry and forest administrations. The study was designed to identify the needs for recreational forest development expressed by residents of a selected European region in which forests constitute a dominating component of landscape and play an important role in the community's life. Additionally, the relationship between these preferences and the place of residence was examined. The author carried out the study in south-eastern Poland. The needs were identified by a survey conducted among 439 adults (≥ 18 years). There...

Influence of agricultural crops adjacent to forest on woody species browsing: Is it advantageous to have a tasty neighbour?Original Paper

J. Kamler, M. Homolka

J. For. Sci., 2016, 62(1):41-46 | DOI: 10.17221/71/2015-JFS  

Preference of biotopes and selection of food by wild herbivores are more complicated in a cultural landscape used for agriculture than in natural conditions. Agricultural management significantly affects the feeding as well as cover conditions of the environment and changes in quality and accessibility of food sources occur throughout the year. We studied the consumption of agricultural crops and impact on tree shoots by herbivores in a mosaic landscape. Large herbivores utilized the food supply on the lands outside the forest environment during winter and early spring and in summer. In summer the cereal grains were preferred by herbivores and accounted...