Evaluating forest management policies by parametric linear programing

Daniel I. Navon; Richard J. McConnen

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Evaluating forest management policies by parametric linear programing

Informally Refereed

Authors:

Daniel I. Navon, Richard J. McConnen

Year:

1967

Type:

Research Paper

Station:

Pacific Southwest Research Station

Source:

Res.Pap. PSW-042. Berkeley, CA: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Pacific Southwest Forest and Range Experiment Station. 13p

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Abstract

An analytical and simulation technique, parametric linear programing explores alternative conditions and devises an optimal management plan for each condition. Its application in solving policy-decision problems in the management of forest lands is illustrated in an example.

Keywords

decision-making, forest management, linear programming, management planning, program evaluations, simulation, timber management

Citation

Navon, Daniel I.; McConnen, Richard J. 1967. Evaluating forest management policies by parametric linear programing. Res.Pap. PSW-042. Berkeley, CA: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Pacific Southwest Forest and Range Experiment Station. 13p