Forest management and biotechnology: the case of a selective-logging regime

Author: Xabadia, Angels

Source: International Journal of Biotechnology, Volume 9, Number 5, 28 June 2007 , pp. 484-507(24)

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Abstract:

One of the most important instruments to support the sustainable development of forests, and reinforce the multiple services that they provide is the selective-logging regime. This paper aims to quantify the potential benefits of biotechnology under this type of regime. With this purpose, an empirical analysis is conducted to determine the optimal selective-logging management for a stand of Pinus sylvestris, and it is then compared with the outcome generated when biotechnology is employed to accelerate forest growth. Additionally, the results of the different optimisations are compared to determine if biotechnology might be a prospective instrument to enhance the structural diversity of forests.

Keywords: TECHNICAL JOURNALS; Biosciences and Bioinformatics; ENVIRONMENTAL JOURNALS; Environment and Sustainable Development

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1504/IJBT.2007.014274

Affiliations: 1: Department of Economics, University of Girona, Avinguda Montilivi s/n, Girona 17071, Spain

Publication date: 2007-06-28

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The International Journal of Biotechnology provides an international forum and refereed authoritative source of information in the field of Biotechnology and Biotechnics, with emphasis on management and economics, as well as the political and social issues. It aims to disseminate knowledge, provide a learned reference in the field, and establish channels of communication between academic and research experts, policy makers and executives in industry, commerce and investment institutions.
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