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Wood borer galleries burrowed under the bark of a conifer Forest pests and diseases are a natural part of a forest ecosystem. While most native pests or pathogens occur at low population or infection levels, there are times when they can become epidemic.
Streams add diversity, beauty and interest to forested properties and are a vital resource to California's people and wildlife. Forests are sources of drinking water for people throughout California.
Unsure of which management methods are right for your forestland? Sign up for a Forest Stewardship or Post-Fire Forest Resilience workshop today to explore your options with UC forestry professionals.
Though landowners may have a variety of reasons for owning forest land, the fact remains that forest land is a significant financial investment. To manage this investment well, its important to understand what can produced on it, including both timber and non-timber forest products.
Taxation of forest property and forest management activities is controlled by both the state and federal rules. Concerted effort and record keeping is required to minimize overall tax payments and coordinate between capital gains, timber yield, and property taxes.
Rolling dip, mid-picture, on an out-sloped road. Source: Bill Weaver, Pacific Watershed Associates. Roads are an essential improvement on your forest property. They provide access for recreation and for management activities.
Source: http://www.globalchange.gov/what-we-do/modeling The future is going to be warmer but how much warmer is a question for which we have no definitive answer. Californias diversity of temperature and precipitation provide many examples of how forests may adapt to projected climate changes.
