Several trials in hardwoods, softwoods and mixedwoods have been initiated, treatment prescriptions tested and management guides published. With the adoption of Eco-system Management by the province, some portion of our forested landscapes will be managed for biodiversity as well as timber. Selection management is one tool that helps achieve these multi-objective goals. Management prescription keys were developed to identify appropriate conditions for this type of treatment to help forest managers successfully apply this treatment.

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Survey of 7-9 Old Selection Harvest Operations

Tolerant Softwood/Mixedwood Management Guide (Including Selection Management)

• This guide prescribes silviculture based on stand and site conditions. It references the province's Forest Ecosystem Classification. The Softwood/Mixedwood guide is now available.

Tolerant Hardwood Management Guide (including Selection Management)

• This guide prescribes silviculture based on stand and site conditions.

Selection Management Trials for Softwoods and Hardwood

• Big Indian Lake selection trial. E-mail for more information.
• Additional softwood, mixedwood and hardwood selection trials have been established in cooperation with crown and private land managers to help refine and test Selection guides. E-mail for more information on these trials. View a map of these trials.