Concept information
Preferred term
timber plantations
Definition
- There are approximately 140 million ha (hectares) of tree plantations worldwide, of which 78% are classified as “productive” and are used primarily for wood and fiber production, while 22% are “protective” and are established primarily for soil and water conservation. The extent of both types of plantations has grown over the past two decades, with productive plantations increasing by approximately 2.2 million ha/yr. [Source: Encyclopedia of Geography; Timber Plantations]
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https://concepts.sagepub.com/social-science/concept/timber_plantations
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