Wind-induced leaning (toppling) in young Pinus radiata plantations in Chile

The toppling of young trees considerably reduces the value of the first log in Pinus radiata plantations. Although wind is the main cause of toppling, the quality and type of plants, planting techniques, soil fertility and soil preparation may play an important role in the susceptibility of the spec...

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Main Authors: Toral,Manuel, Bown,Horacio E, Mañon,Alejandro, Alvarez,José, Navarro-Cerrillo,Rafael
Language:English
Published: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile. Facultad de Agronomía e Ingeniería Forestal 2011
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Online Access:http://www.scielo.cl/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0718-16202011000300010
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