SETs: stand evaluation tools: II. tree value conversion standards for hardwood sawtimber

Joseph J. Mendel; Paul S. DeBald; Martin E. Dale

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SETs: stand evaluation tools: II. tree value conversion standards for hardwood sawtimber

Informally Refereed

Authors:

Joseph J. Mendel, Paul S. DeBald, Martin E. Dale

Year:

1976

Type:

Research Paper

Station:

Northern Research Station

Source:

Res. Pap. NE-337. Upper Darby, PA: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Northeastern Forest Experiment Station. 74p.

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Abstract

Tree quatity index tables are presented for 12 important hardwood species of the oak-hickory forest. From these, tree value conversion standards are developed for each species, log grade, merchantable height, and diameter at breast height. The method of calculating tree value conversion standards and adapting them to different conditions is explained. A computer program for calculating tree values for different lumber values and conversion costs is included.

Citation

Mendel, Joseph J.; DeBald, Paul S.; Dale, Martin E. 1976. SETs: stand evaluation tools: II. tree value conversion standards for hardwood sawtimber. Res. Pap. NE-337. Upper Darby, PA: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Northeastern Forest Experiment Station. 74p.