Objective
Diversifying tree species and silvicultural practices (increased reliance on natural regeneration, assisted migration, SMCC, etc.) is now essential for adapting forests to climate change. To achieve this, foresters can use enrichment planting.
During this day, we will cover the different principles of enrichment planting, practical recommendations for ensuring the success of these plantations, and the main causes of failure. We will visit two properties where plantations have been carried out: enrichment of a Scots pine stand (understorey planting to supplement natural regeneration, assisted migration) in the morning, followed by older enrichment plots in an area with high game pressure in the afternoon.
Speakers
- Maxime Lambinet Project Manager MigFoRest – SRFB
- Simon Hauser Forest Manager – Haugimont Estate
- Benoit Baudry Forestry Expert and Manager – Forest Management SPRL
Program
| 9:00 AM | Planting in enrichment cells: general principles, choice of species, monitoring in early years |
| 12h00 | Picnic (bring your own) |
| 1:30 PM | Site preparation, game management issues, silvicultural operations and medium-term monitoring |
| 17h00 | End of the day |