Novel Silvicultural Practices for Restoring Shortleaf Pine and Shortleaf Pine-Hardwood Ecosystems on Reclaimed Mine Sites

Friday, October 27, 2023

3:00pm - 4:00pm PST

Location: Expo Hall

Poster Presenter(s)

JG

Joshua J. Granger, CCF

Assistant Professor
Mississippi State University
Mississippi State, Mississippi, United States
DB

David Buckley, n/a

Professor
School of Natural Resources, University of Tennessee
Knoxville, Tennessee, United States

Co-Author(s)

KP

Krishna Poudel
CS

Courtney Siegert

We used novel techniques to convert 182 acres of mid-rotation loblolly pine plantation to shortleaf pine and shortleaf pine-hardwoods on privately owned, reclaimed mine sites in Alabama. This project outlines important considerations for artificially establishing shortleaf pine and hardwood seedlings within existing loblolly pine stands on reclaimed mine sites.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion, participant will be able to gain a better understanding of techniques that will enhance the growth and survival of trees planted for restoration of native ecosystems.
Upon completion, participant will be able to identify site factors that influence the success of artificial regeneration on reclaimed mine sites.
Upon completion, participant will be able to better understands the benefits and limitations of underplanting shortleaf pine and hardwood seedlings within existing loblolly pine plantations.