Evaluation of Industrial Plantation Practices in Turkish Forestry
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https://doi.org/10.24203/ya44h071Keywords:
Industrial plantation, Türkiye, wood harvestingAbstract
Due to Turkey's developing economy, the demand for wood raw materials is increasing daily. Given that natural forests will face difficulties in meeting this demand in the coming years, the concept of "Industrial Plantation" is assuming a significant role in Turkish forestry. The General Directorate of Forestry planned plantations for 165.000 hectares in its "Industrial Afforestation Works Action Plan" covering the 2013-2023 period, with 145.000 hectares actually being realized. This study presents the history, potential, and challenges of plantations in Turkish forestry, and develops recommendations.
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