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Item 22-year growth response and financial analysis from commercial thinning treatmentson an experimental woodlot (Acadian Forest)(University of New Brunswick, 2002) White, Ken; Lantz, VanItem A comparative analysis of Dutch elm disease management programs and their effectiveness within Canadian communities(University of New Brunswick, 2000) Beaulieu, Tracy Lee; Whitney, NormanItem A comparative investigation into the effects of changing provincial forest legislation on private woodlot ownership in New Brunswick & Quebec - Canada: two case study examples(University of New Brunswick, 1999) Castonguay, Mark Andrew; Hermelin, JoakimItem A comparative study of forest regeneration survey techniques(University of New Brunswick, 1973) O 'Brien, Donald FrancisThe report outlines the fundamental principles, purposes, constraints, and requirements of forest regeneration surveys. Four survey methods are described in order to illustrate the differences in techniques. The Appendix contains descriptions of 16 methods and variations in methods which are used by various Canadian companies and governments. Three quadrat distribution sampling methods were tested on a homogeneous forest area. No differences. in accuracy or precision were found between methods. However, for less homogeneous areas the three quadrat distributions may prove statistically different. An increase in sample size also led to no significant differences between the larger and the smaller sample sizes. Comparisons of the three regeneration survey methods showed that they differed from each other in one or more respects. Differences were observed in both time and ease of both fieldwork and computations. An assessment and analysis of regeneration survey research outlines the problems of regeneration surveys, and suggests some solutions. Finally the need for more research on regeneration surveys is recommended.Item A comparison of different harvesting systems and their effects on the abundance and distribution of regeneration in Jack pine stands(University of New Brunswick, 2000) Desgagnes, Kimberly D.; Needham, TedItem A comparison of four treatments on germination of white ash (Fraxinus americana) seed(University of New Brunswick, 2000) Knox, Daniel Paul; Simpson, DaleItem A comparison of herbaceous diversity in planted cut-overs, planted farm fields, and natural stands in southern New Brunswick(University of New Brunswick, 1999) Gillis, Joel B.; Roberts, MarkItem A comparison of leaf area, leaf biomass and silhouette area relationships(University of New Brunswick, 1993) Mosher, J. Christopher; Needham, TedItem A comparison of seasonal moisture content of six tissues of Abies balsamea(University of New Brunswick, 1997) Boland, RonItem A comparison of two methods in stand yield forecasting(University of New Brunswick, 1998) Scott, Ian; Erdle, ThomItem A landscape approach to conserving the Appalachian Hardwood Forest(University of New Brunswick, 1999) Betts, Matthew; Arp, PaulItem A landscape approach to conserving the Appalachian Hardwood Forest(University of New Brunswick, 1999) Betts, Matthew; Arp, PaulItem A productivity analysis of single and mass lumber drying systems(University of New Brunswick, 2007) Whalen, Paul; Schneider, MarcItem A proposal for the establishment of a fuelwood producing company: wood energy for today, W.E.F.T.(University of New Brunswick, 1980) Jordan, JimA proposal for establishing a fuelwood producing company is presented. Factors relevant to this proposal, such as market, source of supply, processing, distribution and economics are each analyzed in turn. A three stage plan for development is recommendedItem A regeneration strategy for tree species on Gilbert Island, New Brunswick(University of New Brunswick, 1998) Hay, Nairn William; Loo, JudyItem A report on the installation of open-ditch drainage and its effect on groundwater fluctuations in a poorly drained forest soil(University of New Brunswick, 1984) Smissaert, Chris D.; Krause, HelmutThis study is concerned with the problem of poor drainage in forest soils and explores the feasibility of open-ditch drainage as a corrective measure. An area was selected with poorly drained soil, supporting predominately coniferous growth in the University of New Brunswick Woodlot. Piezometers were installed on two plots in September of 1982 and water table measurements were carried out at regular time intervals. In September of 1983, an open-ditch drainage system was installed on one of the two plots, and water table measurements were continued till the end of November. Piezometers indicated a significant effect of the ditches on the water table. In the presence of the ditches, the rise of the water table was delayed in the fall. At the onset of winter, the water table was five to fifteen cm below the control in the majority of the piezometers. These measurements only reflect the initial results. Full evaluation of the experiment will most likely require water table measurements and concurrent observations on tree growth and ground cover vegetation over the next few years.Item A resource inventory of Rockwood Park, Saint John, New Brunswick(University of New Brunswick, 1999) Roberts, Mary J.; Roberts, MarkItem A review of forest regeneration survey techniques and a plantation evaluation technique(University of New Brunswick, 1973) Matthews, Douglas M.This report briefly outlines some of the fundamental principles and purposes of forest regeneration surveys. Three survey methods are described in order to illustrate the differences in technique. A plantation evaluation method used in Northern Ontario is described and criticized.Item A simulation of forest succession and biomass distribution for a watershed in Nova Scotia's Cape Breton Highlands(University of New Brunswick, 1999) Hingley, Wayne Devin; Bourque, CharlesItem A study of part-time woodlot operators and their methods for thinning forest stands selectively(University of New Brunswick, 1996) MacLeod, David B.; Bjerkelund, Tom