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Ecoforestry is forestry that emphasizes holistic practices which strive to protect and restore ecosystems1 instead of traditional forestry that maximizes economic productivity. Destructive practices like clearcutting, high grading, and pesticides are not permitted.2

External links

  1. [Protect and restore forests]
  2. [Various ecoforestry Practices]
  3. [Ecoforestry certification standards] of Forest Stewardship Council
  4. [Ecoforestry: Doing the Right Things]
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