The global thematic study of planted forests.

Abstract

This chapter synthesizes highlights of the FAO's Global Planted Forests Thematic Study, including the results and analysis of the global survey of planted forest 2005. Survey results are summarized on an area basis (1990, 2000, 2005), according to forest plantations, planted semi-natural forests and total planted forests, by productive or protective purpose. Additional information according to ownership, species, growth rates, age classes, rotation and end uses is also summarized. An appendix provides detailed area tables by country.