Optimization of felling

Optimization of felling and skidding is one of the most important views for ensuring better mobilisation of grown wood, as owners decided against felling on account of old-fashioned techniques and smaller quantities. The costs of felling and skidding strongly affect the owners’ decision on obtaining biomass from forests.

A negative consequence of insufficient felling is frequent biomass rotting in forests whereby CO₂ is emitted into the atmosphere without wood being used.

The calculation of costs for different felling techniques can only be made on an individual basis. Norms and costs of felling will be added to the database within the project framework.

Impacts of felling on the environment

Like a natural disaster, felling is a disorder in the forest ecosystem in which natural disasters and the dying off of trees are constantly present. Felling in forests can therefore be adapted to the pattern of natural disasters. During felling, the needs of tree species are considered, as some need much light for growth, while others also thrive in the shade. Small-scale felling can be made using traditional techniques with tractors. The fact that modern technology has a large impact on the forest ecosystem is not always correct. In some cases, modern technology has a smaller impact on the environment than the traditional technique with tractors. A big advantage of new technologies is primarily less dragging of wood on the ground and less damage to the ground and trees.

Analysis of various practical examples 

Analyses of various practical examples will be added to the database within the project framework.

Various trainings and specialization for wood energy generation 

(Please, refer to a national contact point for more information.)

Obtain higher profit margins from your forest property.

Increase forest management activities trough associated management and cutting.