Suggested Practice - Soil Conservation

Protecting the soil resource is the key to long-term productivity of forestlands. Conducting operations in a manner that conserves the soil resource is critical to sustainable forestry. Operations should avoid conditions that create excessive rutting or compaction. Appropriate equipment should be used to minimize soil disturbance. The area in permanent roads, trails and landings should be minimized to maintain productive forestland. WCSIC member companies, on request, will provide a list of qualified resource professionals to assist you in managing the soil resource on your forestlands.