Forestry Terminology and Practices
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What is a key objective of social forestry related to community benefits?

  • Improving agricultural productivity through biotechnology.
  • Increasing the supply of wood fuel and minor forest produce. (correct)
  • Creating traditional farms for cash crops.
  • Building extensive urban areas to enhance housing.

    • Which principle of social forestry emphasizes community involvement in tree cultivation?

  • Principle of democracy. (correct)
  • Principle of industrial expansion.
  • Principle of waste reduction.
  • Principle of technological advancement.

    • Which principle serves as a strategy for eradicating poverty in social forestry?

  • Principle of technological innovation.
  • Principle of urbanization.
  • Principle of poverty. (correct)
  • Principle of land ownership.

    • What role does land rehabilitation play in social forestry?

    <p>It increases forest area and biomass production. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the principle of employment in social forestry aim to discourage?

    <p>Labor migration to urban habitats. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is classified under social forestry?

    <p>Community forestry. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does social forestry contribute to environmental improvements?

    <p>Through afforestation outside conventional forest areas. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'sick land for sick people' refer to in social forestry?

    <p>Wastelands rehabilitated for community use. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary goal of reforesting degraded forests?

    <p>To grow short rotation fuel and timber species (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the practice of recreation forestry primarily aimed at?

    <p>Raising trees and shrubs for aesthetics and recreation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes thinning in forestry?

    <p>Removing dead, dying, and diseased trees to improve growth (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Thinning is mostly applicable to which type of forest crop?

    <p>Even-aged or relatively even-aged crops (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a benefit of effectively implementing thinning practices?

    <p>To enhance the quality of wood produced (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    One of the objectives of organizing fuelwood supplies is to prevent what?

    <p>Pilferage from neighboring commercial forests (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does thinning play in terms of insect and disease management?

    <p>It helps protect against the spread of insects and diseases (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an objective of reforestation in degraded forests?

    <p>To create recreational areas for community use (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the scientific name of the Sal wood tree?

    <p>Shorea robusta (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of trees grow where river water meets sea water?

    <p>Mangrove trees (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the scientific name of Teak tree species?

    <p>Tectona grandis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which agro-forestry system involves growing long fodder crops to protect the soil?

    <p>Silvo pastoral (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines social forestry?

    <p>Forestry efforts for the benefit of rural and urban communities (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a shelterbelt?

    <p>To provide shelter from environmental elements. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who coined the term 'Social Forestry'?

    <p>J.C. Westoby (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of forestry focuses on providing aesthetic value for urban and rural populations?

    <p>Recreation forestry (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the objectives of Social Forestry according to the National Commission on Agriculture?

    <p>Fulfillment of basic and economic needs of the community (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of rehabilitation of degraded forests?

    <p>To restore ecological balance and support local communities. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered 'extension' forestry?

    <p>Planting on roads, canals, and railways (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines a silvopastoral system?

    <p>Combining woody plants with pasture. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of forestry involves the management of public and privately owned lands near urban centers?

    <p>Urban forestry (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of silvopastoral systems, what is a 'protein bank'?

    <p>A system for growing protein-rich trees for livestock fodder. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is primarily targeted by community forestry?

    <p>Social and community land ownership. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary objective of protection environmental forestry?

    <p>Nature conservation and regulating climate. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of vertical training of trees in agroforestry systems?

    <p>To minimize shade and competition for light. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a shelterbelt?

    <p>To deflect air current and protect against wind erosion. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic does a typical shelterbelt have?

    <p>Triangular cross-section. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines a windbreak?

    <p>A protective planting that surrounds a garden or farm. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes the integration of tree growing with other farm operations?

    <p>Farm Forestry (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Extension Forestry?

    <p>To promote tree planting in treeless areas. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes Mixed Forestry?

    <p>Combines fodder grass and scattered trees on wastelands. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The effectiveness of a shelterbelt is influenced by which of the following factors?

    <p>Width, local climatic conditions, and wind velocity. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following operations are considered part of tending forest crops?

    <p>Weeding and cleaning (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'felling' refer to in forestry?

    <p>Removing trees from a forest (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes afforestation from reforestation?

    <p>Afforestation establishes forests in previously non-forested areas (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In forestry, what does 'bole' refer to?

    <p>The main stem of a tree (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes young trees that have begun to lose their lower branches?

    <p>Poles (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by 'logging' in the context of forestry?

    <p>The removal and processing of trees for timber (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'stand' refer to in forestry?

    <p>A uniform aggregation of trees forming a silvicultural unit (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Study Notes

    Forestry Terminology and Practices

    • Forestry is the theory and practice of creating, conserving, and scientifically managing forests, including utilizing their resources.
    • Farm Forestry promotes commercial tree growing on farmlands, integrating forestry practices with other farm operations.
    • Extension Forestry expands tree-growing areas outside conventional forest zones to increase tree cover. This includes mixed forestry (various trees), shelterbelts (windbreaks), and linear strip plantations (fast-growing species).
    • Rehabilitation of Degraded Forests focuses on restoring degraded forest areas to meet socioeconomic needs.
    • Recreation Forestry cultivates trees and shrubs for urban/rural recreational purposes, creating aesthetically pleasing forests.
    • Silvopastoral Systems combine tree cultivation with grazing land to produce fodder for livestock or for timber, fuelwood, or fruit.
    • Apiculture with Trees plants nectar-producing trees near agricultural areas to attract honeybees.
    • Aqua-forestry plants fish-friendly trees around ponds for fish production and bund stabilization.
    • Mixed Wood Lots grow various multipurpose trees in mixed or separate stands for diverse uses like wood and fodder.
    • Avenue Trees are planted on both sides of roads for shade and beauty.
    • Pollarding involves cutting tree branches high to promote new shoot growth.
    • Lopping removes extra growth for livestock feed.
    • Coppicing cuts tree trunks close to the ground to induce new shoots.
    • Pruning removes branches to improve tree health, quality, and yield.
    • Tending involves tasks like weeding, cleaning, thinning, or improving trees throughout their lifecycle.
    • Felling removes entire trees.
    • Afforestation establishes new forests in areas previously not forested
    • Reforestation restores existing forests in previously forested areas.
    • Windbreaks create protective rows of trees and shrubs to mitigate wind damage.
    • Shelterbelts are similar to windbreaks, planting trees and shrubs at right angles to wind direction.

    Additional Forestry Concepts

    • Stand: A uniform group of trees in terms of composition, age, and condition.
    • Succession: The gradual replacement of one plant community with another over time towards a climax community.
    • Scrub: Inferior growth, typically comprising small, stunted trees and shrubs.
    • Crown: The top part of a tree's canopy consisting of branches.
    • Reserve Forests: Designated areas under law.
    • Protected Forests: Areas with limited protection under relevant laws.
    • Logs: The main stem of a tree after felling, or a section of that stem.
    • Raft: Trees tied together for transport along water.
    • Pole: A young tree with significant height growth but less developed crown, nearing maturity.
    • Logging: Felling, processing, and transporting felled trees.
    • Taungya System: A forestation technique in which farmers plant trees on land they cultivate.
    • Pricking Out: Transferring seedlings from nurseries to designated growing areas.
    • Wind break: Protective plantation against strong winds.

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    This quiz covers essential terms and concepts related to forestry practices, including farm forestry, extension forestry, and the rehabilitation of degraded forests. Additionally, it explores the integration of forestry with agriculture and recreation. Test your knowledge on how forestry impacts both the environment and economy.

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