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Species characteristics and selection. An introduction to nursery techniques and methods of establishment, including weed and pest control. An introduction to agroforestry and trees in the urban and rural environments. Role of trees in soil stabilisation, amenity and recreation.
Species characteristics and selection. An introduction to nursery techniques and methods of establishment, including weed and pest control. An introduction to agroforestry and trees in the urban and rural environments. Role of trees in soil stabilisation, amenity and recreation.Syllabus:Use of trees in NZ compared to off-shore, species choice (native and introduced) and siting, RMA and environmental considerations, basic principles of silviculture (propagation, establishment, tending, weed control and nutrition), ‘other’ tree crops. Plantation/woodlot, shelterbelt management, with emphasis on multi-purpose use of trees on farms.
To introduce the role of trees in the sustainable management of urban and rural areas, and their usefulness in forest production, soil conservation and amenity/recreation. To acquaint students with the rudiments of silviculture and farm forestry in preparation for more advanced forestry courses.
Course taught in Term 3 only
Mr Nick Ledgard (Forest Research)
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Domestic fee $383.00
International fee $1,815.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see School of Forestry .