Scarifiers for Shelterwoods
Three scarifiers have been modified to provide natural regeneration in shelterwoods. The Salmon blade, an anchor chain, and a three-point hitch-mounted disk were made lighter, smaller, more compact, and more manuverable. They can achieve 50 to 60% scarification and can mix the top 2 inches (5 cm) of soil with duff while avoiding damage to residual root systems. The scarifiers performed well in field tests in the Great Lakes States and are available commercially. Tree Planters' Notes 44(1):13-15; 1993.
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Author(s): Richard J. Karsky
Publication: Tree Planters' Notes - Volumes 44, Number 1 (1993)
Section: Equipment Tips
Volume: 44
Number: 1
