selection cutting

Why Is Selective Cutting Bad?

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Why Is Selective Cutting Bad? “Selective logging, unless it is practiced at very low harvest intensities, can significantly reduce the biomass of a tropical forest for many decades, seriously diminishing aboveground carbon storage capacity, and create opportunities for weeds and vines to spread and slow down the ecological succession.” What are the disadvantages of selective

Is Selective Cutting Or Clear Cutting Better?

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Is Selective Cutting Or Clear Cutting Better? Selective logging Is clear-cutting cheaper than selective cutting? Still destroys large sections of the ecosystem. Not as efficient as clear-cutting, and therefore more expensive. Selective Cutting: The object of selective cutting is to reduce visual scarring and preserve species diversity in forests. Is clear or selective cutting better?