Forestry Site Preparation in Florida
Site preparation utilizes various management techniques to prepare all, or portions of a property, for future management needs.
Site Preparation Methods
Site preparation in Florida can consist of: bedding, chemical applications, clearing, disking, mowing, mulching, prescribed burning, roller chopping, root raking, scalping, sub-soiling and whole tree chipping. Sometimes a timber sale, especially those utilizing a whole tree chipper, can be a form of site preparation.
Florida Forestry Site Preparation and Land Management
Once site preparation is complete other management techniques can then be implemented much easier, such as, tree planting, reclamation, restoration, habitat enhancement, and habitat creation with shrubby or herbaceous plant material. Properly preparing a site should be one of the first priorities when trying to establish herbaceous plants, shrubs, or trees. A properly prepared site may ensure the success of future treatments. Typically, site preparation precedes afforestation, reforestation, mitigation, reclamation, and restoration efforts. Sometimes a timber sale, especially those utilizing a whole tree chipper, can be a form of site preparation.
Assistance with Selecting the Proper Site Preparation Method
With the many challenges facing landowners today, FES℠ prides itself on finding the most efficient and cost-effective solutions for landowners to achieve their goals. Selecting the proper site preparation method for a landowner’s property is the first step within plan implementation to ensure a landowner will successfully achieve their desired project results. Contact FES℠ for more information regarding site preparation.