Forestry Management: Wood Growth and Sustainability

This lecture delves into the importance of forestry management, focusing on wood growth and sustainability. The instructor discusses the significance of forestry, the management of forests, and the impact of climate change on forestry practices. Various forestry strategies, such as clear-cutting and mixed forestry, are explored, along with the utilization of wood for construction, paper, and energy purposes. The lecture also covers the anatomy of wood, the role of bark in tree protection, and the production of wood-based materials. Additionally, the lecture touches on the use of wood in ski production, highlighting the properties of wood that make it suitable for this application.