Masters Degrees (Forest and Wood Science)
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Modelling aboveground biomass and nutrient export in South African Pinus elliottii
(2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The objective of this study was to develop an allometric model for Pinus elliottii grown in the Tsitsikamma region of the Eastern Cape province in South Africa. 20 trees were destructively sampled were ...
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Structure, conduct and performance of honey markets in Zambia’s dryland forests
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This research study assessed the commodity value chain structure, conduct and performance in relation to honey markets in Zambia’s dryland forest. The objectives were to (a) identify stakeholder’s strategic ...
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Evaluating the sustainability, development impact and natural capital impact of invasive alien plant based value-adding enterprises
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Invasive alien plants (IAPs) are a significant threat to South Africa’s biological diversity, water security and agricultural resources, and are associated with increasing human and ecological vulnerability ...
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An investigation into the edge gluing of green Eucalyptus grandis lumber using a one-component polyurethane adhesive
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: South Africa is a timber-scarce country with a relatively small portion of only about 1% of its total land area being used for commercial forestry. Due to an increasing demand for timber but restrictio ...
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Evaluation of the potential of non-woody invasive plant biomass for electricity generation
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Invasive alien plants (IAPs) threaten the existence of plant and animal biodiversity as they cause destruction to the natural habitats they invade. In South Africa the Natural Resource Management (NRM) ...
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Agroforestry development and implementation in South Africa: an assessment of selected case studies
(2016-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Agroforestry (AF) is the integrated approach of producing trees and agricultural crops and/or livestock in a single system on the same piece of land. Elements of AF have been practiced in South Africa ...
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The impact of repeated prescribed burning in semi-mature pine plantation forests of Mpumalanga on fuel loads, nutrient pools and stand productivity
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Wild fires in South Africa destroy vast areas of plantations annually and a growing need exists to reduce the fire risk effectively, economically and sustainably. Periodic prescribed burning is viewed by ...
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The effect of planting density on Pinus patula stem form, wood properties and lumber strength and stiffness
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Faster growth and reduced harvesting age are causing a reduction in the stiffness of structural lumber from South African-grown pine plantations. A number of studies have shown the positive effects of ...
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Modeling above-ground biomass of selected tree species within a Mistbelt forest in KwaZulu Natal
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The objective of this study was to develop species-specific allometric models for selected natural forest species within a forest forming part of the Southern Mistbelt Forest Group, close to the town of ...
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Greyscale-density calibration of an industrial CT scanner for wood microdensitometry
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The microdensitometry of wood, that is the quantification of density in the micrometre scale, is important for different scientific disciplines such as wood science, dendrochronology, dendroecology, ...
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Classification of timber from Pinus radiata trees exposed to forest fires
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This study aimed to classify wood from trees that were exposed to forest fires with regards to their end use. Exposure to high temperatures over time is known to degrade wood in various ways. This degradation ...
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Natural regeneration potential of Pterocarpus angolensis (Kiaat Tree) in the dry forests of northern Namibia
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Pterocarpus angolensis is one of the timber tree species that regenerates naturally in the dry forest of Namibia, mainly assisted by the influence of forest fires. Tree development goes through a prolonged ...
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Periodic drought effects on afrotemperate forests in the Southern Cape of South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Understanding the effects of climate change is one of the cardinal issues within the natural resource management circles. Increased droughts are part of these changes. Afrotemperate forests, as well as ...
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The effect of wood ash on the soil properties and nutrition and growth of Eucalyptus grandis x urophylla grown on a sandy coastal soil in Zululand
(2014-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: A field trial of six replications was established to test the effect of various wood ash and fertilisers application rates on soil chemistry, tree nutrition and early growth rate of a clonal Eucalyptus ...
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Regeneration dynamics of natural forest species within a stand of the invasive alien Acacia mearnsii along the Buffeljagsrivier, Swellendam, South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Several studies have shown that stands of invasive alien plants in the natural forest environment can facilitate the rehabilitation and recovery of such forests and challenged the general and global ...
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Development of potential height growth and diameter increment models for the parameterisation of an individual tree growth model for Pinus elliottii plantations in South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Individual tree models, as opposed to stand models, have the potential to greatly improve sensitivity of forest growth models to changing conditions such as silvicultural amendments, irregular ...
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Evaluation of carbon accounting models for plantation forestry in South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The role that forestry plays in climate change mitigation is well recognized by countries that ratified the Kyoto protocol agreement. Though climate change mitigation strategies provide a strong incentive ...
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Biomass modelling of selected drought tolerant Eucalypt species in South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The study aims at developing models for predicting aboveground biomass for selected drought tolerant Eucalyptus (E) species (E. cladocalyx, E. gomphocephala and E. grandis x camaldulensis) from the dry ...
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The effect of irregular stand structures on growth, wood quality and its mitigation in operational harvest planning of Pinus patula stands
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The practice of combining row and selective thinning in commercial pine plantation silviculture carries the risk of unwanted irregularities in tree distribution within the stand. This situation is aggravated ...
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A spatial approach to edge effect modelling for plantation forestry
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: One of the major objectives in plantation forestry is to achieve a high level of homogeneity of distribution and dimension of trees within the stand. Precise planting geometries, int ...
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Initial growth responses to controlled release fertilizer application at establishment of commercial forestry species in South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: In South Africa fertilizer applications at establishment is a common practice in the forestry industry. Recommendations are based on past research with conventional sources (CV) and as a result there have ...
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An investigation of selected mechanical and physical properties of young, unseasoned and finger-jointed Eucalyptus grandis timber
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: South Africa is a timber scarce country that will most probably experience a shortage of structural timber in the near future. In this study the concept of using young finger‐jointed Eucalyptus grandis timber ...
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A method for three-dimensional stem analysis and its application in a study on the occurrence of resin pockets in Pinus patula
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Information on the external shape and internal properties of a tree such as the branch structure, tree ring widths and formation, and defects such as resin pockets is important for many forest –and wood ...
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Assessment of trade-offs between timber and carbon values of Pterocarpus angolensis (Kiaat) in the Kavango Region of Namibia : a comparison of current and potential values
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Kiaat trees in Namibia are threatened by unsustainable harvesting practice. This study’s aim was to estimate the total value of an average Kiaat tree selected for harvesting with a focus on current timber ...
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Impact of fuelwood quality and quantity on rural households’ energy use in Omusati region in North-West of Namibia
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Wood scarcity remains the main challenge for many rural households who still rely on natural resources for energy needs. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between fuel use and quality and ...
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Age assessment of the bushpig Potamochoerus porcus Linn. 1758 in the southern Cape
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 1983-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The bushpig (Potamochoerus 2)orcus) is one of the least studied of the larger African mammals. This contrast to the other two African auids, the is in striking warthog (Phacochoerus aethiopicus) and ...
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'n Ontleding van die hidrologiese eksperimente in die Cathedral Peak opvanggebiede
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 1980-12)No Abstract Available
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Studies in die Sederberge oor (i) die status van die Clanwilliam seder (Widdringtonia cedarbergensis Marsh), (ii) buitelugontspanning
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 1977-10)AFRIKAANSE OPSOMMING: Die fisiografie, geologie klimaat, plantegroei, dierelewe en geskiedenis van die Sederbergstaatsbos word kortliks beskrywe. Die status van Widdrincitonia cedarbergensis Marsh (Die Clanwilliam ...
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Trees for the Western Transvaal selected on the basis of arboretum trials
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 1968-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Trees are needed on the semi-arid Highveld of the western Transvaal for shelterbelts, woodlots, fodder, honey, shade and ornament. A brief history of tree planting in the area, more particularly at ...
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Prospects for sustained harvesting of mopane (Colophospermum mopane) on the Venetia Limpopo Nature Reserve and its implications for browsing ungulates
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 1996-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT:Principle objectives of this study were to investigate the ecological feasibility of sustained utilization of mopane, using Venetia Limpopo Nature Reserve as a pilot study area. The study was limited to ...
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