Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: editors Title: LIST OF REVIEWERS - 2015 Journal: Journal of Forest Science Pages: I-II Volume: 62 Issue: 1 Year: 2016 DOI: 10.17221/8689-JFS File-URL: http://jfs.agriculturejournals.cz/doi/10.17221/8689-JFS.html File-Format: text/html Handle: RePEc:caa:jnljfs:v:62:y:2016:i:1:id:8689-JFS Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: S. Peyrov Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Natural Resources, College of Natural Resources, Tarbiat Modares University, Iran Author-Name: A. Najafi Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Natural Resources, Tarbiat Modares University, Iran Author-Name: J. Nourizadeh Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Information Technology, Qom IT University, Iran Title: Evaluating the effects of physiographic parameters on the road cross section in mountain forests (Case study: northern forests of Iran) Abstract: Road cross section, as one the main effective factors in relation to fill and cut volume, was effective in costs and disturbance of forest road constructions. In this research, the effect of a few physiographic parameters on forest road cross section was evaluated. For this purpose, 192 cross sections on forest roads were delineated selectively in mountain forests in the north of Iran. The physiographic factors including elevation, hillside slope, slope aspect, rock base, and soil texture as well as cross section width were measured. After evaluating the data in terms of normality and homogeneity, it was analysed by Spearman's and Pearson's correlation tests using SPSS20. One-way ANOVA, two-way ANOVA, and Duncan grouping tests were used to determine the effect of the above-mentioned factors both separately and simultaneously. Results showed that the parameters including hillside slope, rock base, and soil texture had a significant effect. Elevation was recognized as a regional parameter due to the lack of any relationship with cross section. There was no significant relation between slope aspect and cross section. The hillside slope was defined as the most effective parameter on the cross section. Keywords: hillside slope, rock base, soil texture Journal: Journal of Forest Science Pages: 1-7 Volume: 62 Issue: 1 Year: 2016 DOI: 10.17221/89/2015-JFS File-URL: http://jfs.agriculturejournals.cz/doi/10.17221/89/2015-JFS.html File-Format: text/html X-File-Ref: http://agriculturejournals.cz/RePEc/caa/references/jfs-201601-0002.txt Handle: RePEc:caa:jnljfs:v:62:y:2016:i:1:id:89-2015-JFS Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: M. Jankovský Author-Workplace-Name: Department of Forest Harvesting Logistics and Ameliorations, Faculty of Forestry, Technical University in Zvolen, Zvolen, Slovak Republic Author-Name: V. Messingerová Author-Workplace-Name: Department of Forest Harvesting Logistics and Ameliorations, Faculty of Forestry, Technical University in Zvolen, Zvolen, Slovak Republic Author-Name: M. Ferenčík Author-Workplace-Name: Department of Forest Harvesting Logistics and Ameliorations, Faculty of Forestry, Technical University in Zvolen, Zvolen, Slovak Republic Author-Name: M. Allman Author-Workplace-Name: Department of Forest Harvesting Logistics and Ameliorations, Faculty of Forestry, Technical University in Zvolen, Zvolen, Slovak Republic Title: Objective and subjective assessment of selected factors of the work environment of forest harvesters and forwarders Abstract: This article was aimed at assessment of selected factors of the work environment, which influenced the operators of harvesters and forwarders. The selection of the work environment factors was based on a thorough literature survey. From the survey exposure to whole-body vibrations, noise (equivalent and peak), microclimatic conditions and mental load were selected for detailed observations. The measurements were conducted according to international standards and assessed according to European or national legislation. Subjective assessment of the effects of the work environment was conducted through a structured interview. The exposure to whole-body vibrations was 0.5 m.s-2. The equivalent noise exposure was 78 dB, peak noise exposure was 130 dB. The average temperature inside the machine cabs was 17.9°C and average airflow velocity was 0.06 m.s-2. Mental load was high according to the Meister questionnaire, three operators considered the load inadequate, two considered it adequate. Subjective assessment showed that operators considered other factors to be light or no load Keywords: noise exposure, whole-body vibrations, microclimate, mental load Journal: Journal of Forest Science Pages: 8-16 Volume: 62 Issue: 1 Year: 2016 DOI: 10.17221/120/2014-JFS File-URL: http://jfs.agriculturejournals.cz/doi/10.17221/120/2014-JFS.html File-Format: text/html X-File-Ref: http://agriculturejournals.cz/RePEc/caa/references/jfs-201601-0003.txt Handle: RePEc:caa:jnljfs:v:62:y:2016:i:1:id:120-2014-JFS Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: D. Klavina Author-Workplace-Name: Latvian State Forest Research Institute "Silava", Salaspils, Latvia Author-Name: A. Lazdinš Author-Workplace-Name: Latvian State Forest Research Institute "Silava", Salaspils, Latvia Author-Name: A. Bardule Author-Workplace-Name: Latvian State Forest Research Institute "Silava", Salaspils, Latvia Author-Name: V. Nikolajeva Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Biology, University of Latvia, Riga, Latvia Author-Name: M. Okmanis Author-Workplace-Name: Latvian State Forest Research Institute "Silava", Salaspils, Latvia Author-Name: I. Skranda Author-Workplace-Name: Latvian State Forest Research Institute "Silava", Salaspils, Latvia Author-Name: T. Gaitnieks Author-Workplace-Name: Latvian State Forest Research Institute "Silava", Salaspils, Latvia Author-Name: A. Menkis Author-Workplace-Name: Uppsala BioCenter, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Uppsala, Sweden Title: Fine root development and mycorrhization in Norway spruce stands one year after fertilization with potassium sulphate and wood ash Abstract: We compared the effects of forest fertilization with wood ash and potassium (K) sulphate on growth and mycorrhizal colonization of fine roots and on other soil microorganisms in Norway spruce (Picea abies) stands with symptoms of foliage damage. Fertilization trials with the application of 0.25 kg.m-2 of wood ash and similar amount of K as K sulphate were established. One year later, a total of 270 soil samples with roots were collected to determine morphological parameters of fine roots and extent of mycorrhization. Soil samples were collected to characterize soil chemical composition and number of colony forming units (CFU) of soil bacteria and fungi. The results showed that fine root biomass, length and volume, and relative abundance of living root tips were significantly higher in control sample plots than in treated plots. Abundance of bacterial CFU was higher in both wood ash and K sulphate treatments than in control plots; the Actinobacteria were more common in plots fertilized with wood ash than in other treatments. Relative abundance of several fungal species in sites fertilized with wood ash differed significantly from control sites and from sites fertilized with K sulphate. Keywords: forest fertilization, fine root, ectomycorrhizal fungi, Picea abies, soil bacteria Journal: Journal of Forest Science Pages: 17-23 Volume: 62 Issue: 1 Year: 2016 DOI: 10.17221/93/2015-JFS File-URL: http://jfs.agriculturejournals.cz/doi/10.17221/93/2015-JFS.html File-Format: text/html X-File-Ref: http://agriculturejournals.cz/RePEc/caa/references/jfs-201601-0004.txt Handle: RePEc:caa:jnljfs:v:62:y:2016:i:1:id:93-2015-JFS Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: L. Bílek Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Forestry and Wood Sciences, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Prague, Czech Republic Author-Name: S. Vacek Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Forestry and Wood Sciences, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Prague, Czech Republic Author-Name: Z. Vacek Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Forestry and Wood Sciences, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Prague, Czech Republic Author-Name: J. Remeš Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Forestry and Wood Sciences, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Prague, Czech Republic Author-Name: J. Král Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Forestry and Wood Sciences, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Prague, Czech Republic Author-Name: D. Bulušek Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Forestry and Wood Sciences, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Prague, Czech Republic Author-Name: J. Gallo Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Forestry and Wood Sciences, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Prague, Czech Republic Title: How close to nature is close-to-nature pine silviculture? Abstract: Structural parameters of Scots pine stands (129-191 years) on their natural sites (270-600 m a.s.l.) are described on 6 permanent research plots (PRP; 3 in managed stands using near-natural silvicultural practices and 3 in stands without active forest management for 3 decades at least) in areas of western, central and eastern Bohemia and in the Polish part of the Krkonoše Mts. In the framework of the study structural and growth parameters, horizontal and vertical structure and biodiversity were evaluated on the plots. A comparison of the plots, and of managed and unmanaged plots showed a relatively high variability in different parameters. Nevertheless, the results document that managed stands, compared to forest stands without management, mostly have significantly higher standing volumes (1.5 times in total and 1.7 times in pine), which is caused by more extreme sites. An opposite trend was found out in dead wood volume, which is distinctly higher in unmanaged stands. Differences in the other parameters are not so pronounced, probably because small-scale management is used and because a relatively short time since the stands were left to spontaneous development has elapsed (30-52 years). Keywords: stand structure, Scots pine, natural pinewoods, managed forests, unmanaged forests Journal: Journal of Forest Science Pages: 24-34 Volume: 62 Issue: 1 Year: 2016 DOI: 10.17221/98/2015-JFS File-URL: http://jfs.agriculturejournals.cz/doi/10.17221/98/2015-JFS.html File-Format: text/html X-File-Ref: http://agriculturejournals.cz/RePEc/caa/references/jfs-201601-0005.txt Handle: RePEc:caa:jnljfs:v:62:y:2016:i:1:id:98-2015-JFS Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: T. Dudek Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Biology and Agriculture, University of Rzeszów, Rzeszów, Poland Title: Needs of the local population related to development of forests for recreational purposes: example of south-eastern Poland Abstract: Independent assessments of the local community's needs for recreational development of forests provide important information for forestry and forest administrations. The study was designed to identify the needs for recreational forest development expressed by residents of a selected European region in which forests constitute a dominating component of landscape and play an important role in the community's life. Additionally, the relationship between these preferences and the place of residence was examined. The author carried out the study in south-eastern Poland. The needs were identified by a survey conducted among 439 adults (≥ 18 years). There are statistically significant differences in the preferences related to recreational forest development depending on the place of residence: the larger the city, the greater the demand for forests adapted to recreational purposes. These are favoured as a destination for leisure by 15% of those living in rural areas, every fifth resident of small towns, 31% and 36% of those inhabiting medium-sized and large cities, respectively. The vast majority of the respondents, 62%, agree that forests designated for leisure should be provided with litter bins. A large group pointed out the need for trails designed for varied purposes - 52% of the respondents in total. The present findings suggest that it is necessary to intensify and diversify works aimed at recreational forest development. Some forests designated for recreation should be developed only discreetly, while those close to large cities should be provided with a wider range of amenities. Keywords: forest recreation, forest use, Podkarpacie Journal: Journal of Forest Science Pages: 35-40 Volume: 62 Issue: 1 Year: 2016 DOI: 10.17221/99/2015-JFS File-URL: http://jfs.agriculturejournals.cz/doi/10.17221/99/2015-JFS.html File-Format: text/html X-File-Ref: http://agriculturejournals.cz/RePEc/caa/references/jfs-201601-0006.txt Handle: RePEc:caa:jnljfs:v:62:y:2016:i:1:id:99-2015-JFS Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: J. Kamler Author-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology, Mendel University in Brno, Brno, Czech Republic Author-Name: M. Homolka Author-Workplace-Name: Institute of Vertebrate Biology, Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic, Brno, Czech Republic Title: Influence of agricultural crops adjacent to forest on woody species browsing: Is it advantageous to have a tasty neighbour? Abstract: Preference of biotopes and selection of food by wild herbivores are more complicated in a cultural landscape used for agriculture than in natural conditions. Agricultural management significantly affects the feeding as well as cover conditions of the environment and changes in quality and accessibility of food sources occur throughout the year. We studied the consumption of agricultural crops and impact on tree shoots by herbivores in a mosaic landscape. Large herbivores utilized the food supply on the lands outside the forest environment during winter and early spring and in summer. In summer the cereal grains were preferred by herbivores and accounted for a significant share in their diet. The intensity of shoot browsing differed between the localities and between the studied woody species but was not lower due to the presence of attractive crops near the forest. The utilization of food outside the forest may help the animals to survive the winter but the potential of this food for reducing tree browsing in the forest is low. Keywords: browsing, diet selection, impact, large herbivores Journal: Journal of Forest Science Pages: 41-46 Volume: 62 Issue: 1 Year: 2016 DOI: 10.17221/71/2015-JFS File-URL: http://jfs.agriculturejournals.cz/doi/10.17221/71/2015-JFS.html File-Format: text/html X-File-Ref: http://agriculturejournals.cz/RePEc/caa/references/jfs-201601-0007.txt Handle: RePEc:caa:jnljfs:v:62:y:2016:i:1:id:71-2015-JFS