Silviculture project in Baie Verte District

July 11, 1996
(Forest Resources and Agrifoods)

Beaton Tulk, Minister of Forest Resources and Agrifoods, is pleased to announce the award of a $39,750 contract to carry out silviculture work at Middle Arm Ridge in Baie Verte District.

Michael King of Outer Cove was awarded the contract for the thinning of 75 hectares of natural regeneration forest at Middle Ridge. "Thinning the overstocked young stands will improve the overall health and viability of these stands," said Mr. Tulk. "Selective thinning is a standard silvicultural practise that reduces the competition between seedlings, an investment which will enhance the overall health of the forest."

Mr. Tulk says the project will get under way by mid July, and will involve a total of eight weeks of activity ending in mid September. Ten people are expected to be employed.

Contact: Anna Buffinga, (709) 729-3750.

1996 07 11

9:20 p.m.

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