Theoretical and Applied Forestry

Assessment of Mastic tree (Pistacia lentiscus L.) plantations in Çeşme-İzmir, Turkey

2023-10-03T19:24:36+00:00

Today, non-wood forest products obtained from forests have a very important role for humans. Mastic tree is an important non-wood forest product plant. In this study, the growth and development of three mastic tree plantation areas established in 2016 in Çeşme-İzmir were evaluated. The mean height, diameter, crown diameter and last year shoot length of mastic tree seedlings were found to be 121,91 cm, 6,37 cm, 176,59 cm and 3,63 cm, respectively. Plantation areas showed statistically significant differences in terms of all explored characteristics. Positive associations of crown diameter with height and diameter were found in all studied plantation areas. This study revealed that the growth and development status of the mastic tree seedlings in the evaluated plantation areas in Çeşme-İzmir are good. However, it should not be overlooked that identifying the growth and development status of mastic tree in the longer term will produce more beneficial results for practitioners.

The effect of sapling quality on survival in afforestation studies

2023-10-13T15:41:45+00:00

It is known that afforestation works maintain ecological balance, improve air quality, promote biodiversity and increase the vital role of trees in ecosystems and human well-being by providing economic benefits. In this respect, afforestation; It is crucial for mitigating environmental challenges such as deforestation, climate change and erosion. It also provides opportunities for sustainable resource use, including timber, pharmaceuticals and economic development. It is known that the quality of saplings used in afforestation significantly affects the success of afforestation efforts. High-quality seedlings increase plant survival, encourage rapid growth, and help create healthier, more productive forest communities. In order to supply quality saplings, meticulous processes including seed production, selection, seed planting and sapling care, as well as nursery establishment, must be prioritized. In summary, the effect of using quality saplings on the continuity of afforestation projects cannot be ignored. High-quality saplings with superior genetics and robust root systems encourage the emergence of healthier individuals. On the contrary, the use of low-quality saplings may hinder the success of the project, leading to increased costs and waste of environmental resources. Therefore, careful sapling selection and quality control are imperative for successful afforestation that contributes to ecosystem services and environmental sustainability. This literature review aims to reveal the effects of the quality of saplings used in afforestation studies on the survival success of saplings.

Non-wood forest products: Wild rose (Rosa canina L.)

2023-10-10T17:53:48+00:00

This study was carried out on Wild rose (Rosa canina L.), which is a non-wood forest product class that has a wide distribution area in the world and in Turkey and has sociocultural and economic value in our country's forestry. The fruits of this species, which grow naturally in our country, have wide usage areas in different industrial sectors. Due to the presence of many vitamins and minerals in its fruits, it is used as an alternative medicine in the treatment of different diseases. In a study conducted on the rosehip species, wide inter-individual differences were detected in terms of fruit characteristics. Due to the increasing need to benefit from forests in many ways other than wood raw materials, and the wide usage area and economic importance of the Rosehip species subject to the study, the demand for the species and its cultivation practices are also increasing. Within the scope of this article, the sociocultural importance and economic value of the species have been tried to be examined in the light of the relevant literature.

Cone production x Some growth characteristics interaction in Bornmüllerian Fir (Abies nordmanniana subsp. bornmülleriana Mattf.)

2023-10-04T06:39:01+00:00

In this study, interactions of cone production and tree height with diameter at breast height were investigated in 100 individuals of Bornmüllerian fir (Abies nordmanniana subsp. bornmülleriana Mattf.) sampled from Bursa district to contribute silvicultural practices of the species. Sampled individuals showed large differences for the characteristics. Average of cone number was 28 ranged from 6 to 48. Tree height and diameter at breast height had no significant (p>0.05) impact on cone production according to result of correlation analysis. Long term studies were suggested by new populations and characteristics based on results of the study.

Carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua L.) in Turkish forestry

2023-10-03T19:23:16+00:00

This review article was carried out on Carob (Ceratonia siliqua L.), one of the secondary forest tree species that has an important place in our country's forestry despite its limited distribution area. Carob has a high potential as a non-wood forest product. Within the scope of the study, the socio-cultural, economic and silvicultural characteristics of the species were examined. For example, in our country, 16,256 tons of carob fruits were produced in an area of 7,652 decares in 2019. According to the Carob Action Plan, it is stated that approximately 30,000 hectares of land in Mersin, Adana, Antalya, Kahramanmaraş and Muğla Regional Directorate of Forestry can be subject to Carob rehabilitation. Due to the properties and economic importance of carob, its usage area is increasing day by day.