Growth rates of 30 m3 per ha per year have been reported in the tropics and some eucalyptus plantations in Brazil have reportedly achieved annual growth of 70 m3 per ha. By comparison, growth rates of 2-8 m3 per ha per year are generally achieved from managed natural forests. (Source: FAO, 1995. 'State Of The World's Forests', Words and Publications, Oxford, UK). Keith Forsyth Consultant LTS International Pentlands Science Park, Bush Loan, Penicuik, EH26 0PH, Scotland, UK. Tel: +44311 440 5500 Fax: +44131 440 5501 Email: Keith-Forsyth@LTSI.co.uk
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