Biotic and abiotic processes in eastside ecosystems: The effects of management on soil properties, processes, and productivity. Forest Service general technical report

Technical Report · Tue Feb 01 00:00:00 EST 1994

OSTI ID:6941017

Harvey, A E; Geist, J M; McDonald, G I; Jurgensen, M F; Cochran, P H

In ecosystems characteristic of east-side regions of Oregon and Washington, the productive zone in soil is usually in the upper 1 to 2 meters. The biological process driving both soil productivity and root development are concentrated in limited organic horizons, and they have evolved historically in a nature system that includes mostly modest surface disturbance. Productivity can be highly sensitive to disturbances from heavy machinery or fire when fuel accumulations are well beyond historical norms. Limited moisture-holding capacity and nitrogen storage often impose a need for careful balancing, developing vegetation with available soil resources.

• Research Organization: Forest Service, Portland, OR (United States). Pacific Northwest Research Station
• OSTI ID: 6941017
• Report Number(s): PB-94-218427/XAB; FSGTR-PNW-323
• Resource Relation: Other Information: See also PB--94-218419 and PB--94-218435
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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