@article{Tarp:197917,
      recid = {197917},
      author = {Tarp, Peter},
      title = {Matrix Modeling in Uneven-aged forest Management Planning},
      journal = {Scandinavian Forest Economics: Proceedings of the Biennial  Meeting of the Scandinavian Society of Forest Economics},
      address = {2004-05},
      number = {1329-2016-103668},
      pages = {11},
      year = {2004},
      abstract = {A matrix growth model suitable for analysis of uneven-aged  forest management is developed based on recursive equations  represented on matrix form. The equations consist of  transition probabilities forming part of application of  Markov chain theory, which describe growth between diameter  classes, ingrowth to the smallest diameter class, and  mortality in the larger classes. The model is exemplified  with the use of growth and yield data for beech (Fagus  silvatica L.). The growth model is based on a diameter  class structure where the width is equal to 5 cm. The time  interval between interventions is equal to 5 years.  Diameter growth according to a treatment regime for  even-aged stands is assumed. The system of recursive  equations is solved by use of linear programming allowing  analysis of economic optimal treatment. Possible stand  structures are analysed using constraints in linear  programming of the maximum harvest by diameter classes.  Formulation of harvesting constraints is based on analysis  of the production in a normal forest structure. The  economic characteristics in the steady-state are analysed  and the model structure is suitable for economic analysis  of conversion from even-aged to uneven-aged forest  management characterizing near-natural forest management.  It is concluded that the model is suitable for analyses of  stand structure, growth and yield, including economic  yield, and analyses of different harvesting regimes applied  in uneven-aged forest management.},
      url = {http://ageconsearch.umn.edu/record/197917},
      doi = {https://doi.org/10.22004/ag.econ.197917},
}