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silviculture

Sector of forestry that deals with the development, reproduction and care of forest trees

Entityintentional human activityQ720362

Also known as sylviculture · forestry

Instance of: intentional human activity
Subclass of: cultural technique
Part of: forestry
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1.Stated in Art & Architecture ThesaurusRetrieved 2019-08-25
2.Stated in Encyclopædia Britannica OnlineRetrieved 2019-08-25
3.Stated in UNESCO ThesaurusRetrieved 2019-08-25
4.Stated in Q24369139
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Silviculture is the practice of controlling the growth, composition/structure, as well as quality of forests to meet values and needs, specifically timber production. The name comes from the Latin silvi- ('forest') and culture ('growing'). The study of forests and woods is termed silvology. Silviculture also focuses on making sure that the treatment(s) of forest stands are used to conserve and improve their productivity. The professional is known as silviculturist.

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