first source

of income to the landowner during a normal timber stand rotation. One

(and preferably two) thinning harvest(s) during a stand rotation will

increase the return on investment of growing timber over 30 to 35 years

significantly.

Thinning can

also benefit wildlife enhancing habitat for certain species including

deer, turkey, rabbits, dove and quail throughout the, Piedmont area of

Georgia. The opening up of the forest canopy allows more sunlight to reach

the forest floor, stimulating the growth of vegetation preferred by many

wildlife species.

When a stand

of trees should be thinned largely depends on their objective(s) for the

stand and is usually based on the general welfare and well being of the

stand while others may include hunting or quail production as the primary

objectives.

When planning

or trying to decide when to thin your stand of pines you should incorporate

the services of a professional registered forester. A plan will be designed

to meet your objectives for your stand. For more information and assistance

contact the Georgia Forestry Commission at 770-227-5522 or 770-358-1459.

Visit www.gfc.state.ga.us.

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