Question

WHAT IS SILVICULTURE? WHATARE ITS ADVANTAGES?

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Answer 1

Silviculture is a program which began with an aim to control the growth, health and quality of forests so that forests could be regenerated and managed for desirable outcomes. The advantages of silviculture are:

(i) It produces abundant raw materials for the industry like timber and paper industry.

(ii) It increases forest cover which is necessary for the conservation of wildlife.

(iii) It maintains a perfect water cycle in nature..

Answer 2

Silviculture is the art and science of controlling the establishment, growth, composition, health, and quality of forests and woodlands to meet the diverse needs and values of landowners and society such as wildlife habitat, timber, water resources, restoration, and recreation on a sustainable basis.