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1 Definition of a Silvicultural System 4 The Decision Process Appendix 1 Answer Key
2 Major Types of Systems 5 There's More to Learn Appendix 2 Advantages and Disadvantages
3 Variations of Major Types 6 Implementation Appendix 3 References

What Are the Differences Between Even-aged and Uneven-aged Stands?

Stand structural objectives generally hinge first on the objectives for age-class structure. Age-class structure will impact dramatically on the silvicultural system chosen. Silviculturists generally choose between even-aged and uneven-aged structures, although occasionally a cross between these two choices is used.

Clearly understanding the meaning of these two objectives for age-class structure is important. Differentiate between truly even-aged and uneven-aged stands using the criteria listed in the following table:

Table of age class structural objectives.

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