A Critique of Silviculture: Managing for Complexity

A Critique of Silviculture invites forestry professionals, ecologists, and land managers to reexamine the foundational principles of forest management in light of emerging science and shifting societal demands. As forests are increasingly expected to deliver not only timber but also biodiversity, resilience, and climate regulation, this book offers a timely reassessment of silviculture’s role in meeting those complex goals.

The authors trace the historical roots of silvicultural practice, ...