Conference Information
Fertilization of Douglas-fir and other species in the Pacific Northwest
has been a common practice over recent decades. Research and operations
have focused on nitrogen as the nutrient most limiting to growth.
However, with many forested sites now in their third or fourth
rotation, the possibility of other nutrient deficiencies has prompted
some experimentation and limited operational trials. This program
is designed to provide an update on the state of our
knowledge about managing forest nutrition, starting with fundamental
concepts of tree nutrition, soil science, forest nutrient cycling,
and soil biology, and ending with operational experience on managing
nutrition to maximize forest growth and vigor. Experts in the field
will address both the maintenance of current nutrient capital
and the correction of deficiencies through soil amendments, including
fertilization.
Target Audience
Professional foresters from forest industry, family forest landowners,
consulting foresters, and agency foresters
General Information
5.5 SAF
Continuing Education Credits Available
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