Dasometric characterization, study of productivity and territorial analysis of Radiata Pine (Pinus Radiata D. Don) in El Bierzo (León)

Abstract

This thesis is based on the following chapters, which are referred to in the text by their numerals: 1. Development of a dynamic growth model for Pinus radiata D. Don plantations in El Bierzo 2. Silvicultural alternatives for Pinus radiata D. Don plantations: applications of the growth model developed in El Bierzo 3. Influence of ecological parameters on site index of Pinus radiata D. Don plantations in El Bierzo 4. Aboveground biomass modelling and carbon pools estimation of Pinus radiata D. Don stands combining inventory and RS data in Northwestern Spain 5. Management guidelines for Pinus radiata D. Don stands in El Bierzo: general review of radiata pine experiences and practical analysis of a Nelder trial in New Zealand