Publications from IEA Bioenergy Task 31 and predecessors

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  2006-08 Task 31 (including joint workshops with other Tasks)  

  2004-06 Task 31 (including joint workshops with other Tasks)  

  2001-03 Task 31 (including joint workshops with other Tasks)  

    1998-2000 Task 18 (including joint workshops with other Tasks)

    1995-1997 Task XII                        

Task XII Activity 1.1 “ Forest Management”

Task XII, Activity 1.2 “Harvesting”

Task XII Activity 4.2 "Environmental Issues" (including joint workshops with other Activities)

  1992-1994 Task VIII

    1992-1994 Task IX

Task IX Activity 2 “Integrated Harvesting Systems” (and 3 “Harvesting Small Trees and Residues”)

 Task IX Activity 4 “Environmental Issues”

 Task IX Activity 6 “Transport and Handling”

    1989-91 Task VI Activity A2

Task VI Activity 1

Task VI Activity 2

Task VI Activity 3

Task VI Activity A5

Task VI Activity A6

    1986-88 Project A3

    Task III Activity A1

2006- 08 Task 31 (including joint workshops with other Tasks)     back to top

Richardson, J. Björheden, R., Nicholas, I., Popescu, O., Smith, C.T., Stokes, B., Verwijst, T. (guest eds.) 2007 . “Multiple benefits from sustainable bioenergy systems”. Proceedings of a joint workshop of IEA Bioenergy Task 30 and Task 31, August 2005, Perth , Western Australia . Biomass and Bioenergy 31(9):599-664. IEA Bioenergy T31:2007:01.

•  Richardson, J . and Verwijst, T. Multiple benefits from sustainable bioenergy systems. p. 599-600.

•  Cowie, A.L. and Gardner , W. David . Competition for the biomass resource: Greenhouse impacts and implications for renewable energy incentive schemes. p. 601-607.

•  Sochacki , S.J., Harper, R.J. and Smettem, K.R.J. Estimation of woody biomass production from a short-rotation bio-energy system in semi-arid Australia . p. 608-616.

•  Björheden, R . Possible effects of the hurricane Gudrun on the regional Swedish forest energy supply. p. 617-622.

•  Gan, J. and Smith, C.T. Co-benefits of utilizing logging residues for bioenergy production: The case for East Texas, USA . p. 623-630.

•  Mayfield , C.A. , Foster, C.D., Smith, C.T.m Gan, J. and Fox, S. Opportunities, barriers and strategies for forest bioenergy and bio-based product development in the Southern United States . p. 631-637.

•  Neary, D.G. and Zieroth, E.J. Forest bioenergy system to reduce the hazard of wildfires: White Mountains , Arizona . p. 638-645.

•  Popescu , S.C. Estimating biomass of individual pine trees using airborne lidar. p. 646-655.

•  Abe, H., Katayama, A., Sah, B.P., Pheach, P., Adams , M.A. and Grierson, P.F. Potential for rural electrification based on biomass gasification in Cambodia . p. 656-664.


2004- 06 Task 31 (including joint workshops with other Tasks)     back to top

Richardson, J. Björheden, R., Lowe, A., Popescu, O., Smith, C.T. (guest eds.) 2006. “Sustainable Production Systems for Bioenergy: Forest Energy in Practice”. Proceedings of the 4 th annual workshop of IEA Bioenergy Task 31, Garpenberg , Sweden and Gran , Norway , September 2004. Biomass and Bioenergy Vol. 30(12): 999-1081. IEA Bioenergy T31:2006:01.

•  Scott, D.A. and T.J. Dean. Energy trade-offs between intensive biomass utilization, site productivity loss, and ameliorative treatments in loblolly pine plantations. p. 1001-1010.

•  Gan, J. and C.T. Smith. Availability of logging residues and potential for electricity production and carbon displacement in the USA . p. 1011-1020.

•  Raison, R.J. Opportunities and impediments to the expansion of forest landscape in Australia . p. 1021-1024.

•  Carter, E.A., R.B. Rummer and B.J. Stokes. Evaluation of site impacts associated with three silvicultural prescriptions in an upland hardwood stand in northern Alabama , USA . p. 1025-1034.

•  Gullberg, T. and J. Johansson. A method for integrated extraction of logging residues and soil scarification on a small scale. p. 1035-1042.

•  Kärhä, K. and T. Vartiamäki. Productivity and costs of slash bundling in Nordic conditions. p. 1043-1052.

•  Weatherall, A., M.F. Proe, J. Craig, A.D. Cameron, H.M. McKay and A.J. Midwood. Tracing N, K, Mg and Ca released from decomposing biomass to new tree growth. Part I: A model system simulating harvest residue decomposition on conventionally harvested clearfell sites. p. 1053-1059.

•  Weatherall, A., M.F. Proe, J. Craig, A.D. Cameron, H.M. McKay and A.J. Midwood. Tracing N, K, Mg and Ca released from decomposing biomass to new tree growth. Part II: A model system simulating root decomposition on clearfell sites. p. 1060-1066.

•  Van Belle, J.-F. A model to estimate CO2 emissions during the harvesting of forest residues for energy – with an application on the case of chipping. p. 1067-1075.

•  Silveira, S., L. Andersson and A Lebedys. Opportunities to boost bioenergy in Lithuania . P. 1076-1081.

Richardson , J., Björheden, R., Lowe, A., Popescu, O. and Smith, C.T. (guest eds.) 2003. “Sustainable Production Systems for Bioenergy: Impacts on Forest Resources and Utilization of Wood for Energy”. Proceedings of the IEA Bioenergy Task 31 workshop, Flagstaff , Arizona , 5-15 October 2003. Biomass and Bioenergy . IEA Bioenergy T3 :2005:01.

•  Hakkila, P. Factors driving the development of forest energy in Finland . p. 281-288.

•  Björheden, R. Drivers behind the development of forest energy in Sweden . p. 289-295.

•  Gan, J. and C.T. Smith. A comparative analysis of woody biomass and coal for electricity generation under various CO 2 emission reductions and taxes. p. 296-303.

•  Iversen, K. and R. Van Demark. Integrating fuel reduction management with local bioenergy operations and businesses – a community responsibility. p. 304-307.

•  McKay, H. Environmental, economic, social and political drivers for increasing use of woodfuel as a renewable resource in Britain . p. 308-315.

•  Kelkar, V.M., B.W. Geils, D.R. Becker, S.T. Overby and D.G. Neary. How to recover more value from small pine trees: essential oils and resins. p. 316-320.

•  Badger, P.C. and P. Fransham. Use of mobile fast pyrolysis plants to densify biomass and reduce biomass handling costs – a preliminary assessment. p. 321-325.

•  Röser, D., K. Pasanen and A. Asikainen. Decision-support program ”EnerTree” for analyzing forest residue recovery options. p. 326-333.

•  Johansson, J., J.-E. Liss, T. Gullberg and R. Björheden. Transport and handling of forest energy bundles – advantages and problems. p. 334-341.

•  Yoshioka,T., K. Aruga, T. Nitami, H. Sakai and H. Kobayashi. A case study on the costs and the fuel consumption of harvesting, transporting and chipping chains for logging residues in Japan . p. 342-348.

•  Saarinen, V.-M. The effects of slash and stump removal on productivity and quality of forest regeneration operations – preliminary results. p. 349-356.

•  Mead, D.J. and D. Pimentel. Use of energy analyses in silvicultural decision-making. p. 357-362.

•  Mahendrappa, M.K., C.M. Pitt, D.G.O. Kingston and T. Morehouse. Environmental impacts of harvesting white spruce on Prince Edward Island . p. 363-369.

•  Williams, T.M. and C.A. Gresham. Biomass accumulation in rapidly growing loblolly pine and sweetgum. p. 370-377.

•  Shepard, J.P. Water quality protection in bioenergy production: the US system of forestry Best Management Practices. p. 378-384.


2001- 03 Task 31 (including joint workshops with other Tasks)     back to top

Richardson, J. Björheden, R., Ledin, S., Lowe, A., Nicolas, I. , Smith, C.T., Stokes, B. and Verwijst, T. (guest eds.) 2002. Sustainable bioenergy production systems: environmental, operational and social implications”. Proceedings of the joint IEA Bioenergy Task 30 and Task 31 workshop, Belo Horizonte, Brazil, 28 October – 1 November 2002. Biomass and Bioenergy. IEA Bioenergy T31:2003:01.

  • Domac, J., K. Richards and S. Risovic. Socio-economic drivers in implementing bioenergy projects. p. 97-107.

  • Silveira, S. Promoting bioenergy through the clean development mechanism. p. 107-119.

  • Fischer, G., S. Prieler and H. van Velthuizen. Biomass potentials of miscanthus, willow and poplar: results and policy implications for Eastern Europe, Northern and Central Asia . p. 119-133.

  • Koopmans, A. Biomass energy demand and supply for South and South-East Asia-assessing the resource base. p. 133-151.

  • Skärbäck, E. and P. Becht. Landscape perspective on energy forests. p. 151-161.

  • Laitila, J., A. Asikainen and S. Hotari. Residue recovery and site preparation in a single operation in regeneration areas. p. 161-171.

  • Ranta, T. Logging residues from regeneration fellings for biofuel production-a GIS-based availability analysis in Finland . p. 171-183.

  • Sikanen, L., A. Asikainen and M. Lehikoinen. Transport control of forest fuels by fleet manager, mobil terminals and GPS. p. 183-193.

  • Jirjis, R. Effects of particle size and pile height on storage and fuel quality of comminuted Salix viminalis. p. 193-203.

  • Licht, L.A. and J.G. Isebrands. Linking phytoremediated pollutant removal to biomass economic opportunities. p. 203-219.

  • Mirck, J., J.G. Isebrands, T. Verwijst and S. Ledin. Development of short-rotation willow coppice systems for environmental purposes in Sweden . p. 219-229.

  • Barros, N.F. Filho, N.B. Comerford and N.F. Barros. Phosphorus sorption, desorption and resorption by soils of the Brazilian Cerrado supporting eucalypt. p. 229-237.

  • Jørgensen, U., T. Dalgaard and E.S. Kristensen. Biomass energy in organic farming-the potential role of short rotation coppice. p. 237-249.

  • Mead, D.J. Opportunities for improving plantation productivity. How much? How quickly? How realistic? p. 249-266.

Richardson, J., Smith, T., Björheden, R., Lowe , A. (guest eds.). 2003 . “Principles and practice of forestry and bioenergy in densely-populated regions”. Proceedings of the IEA Bioenergy Task 31 workshop, Garderen, The Netherlands, 16-21 September 2001. Biomass and Bioenergy 24 (4-5).

  • Richardson, J. IEA Bioenergy Task 31: Proceedings of 2001 task work shop in The Netherlands p. 263.

  • Kwant, K.W. Renewable energy in The Netherlands: policy and instruments.

  • Farnsworth, A., P. Summerfelt, D.G. Neary and T. Smith. Flagstaff 's wildfire fuels treatments: prescriptions for community involvements and a source of bioenergy. p. 265-269.

  • Miah, D., R. Ahmed and M. B. Uddin. Biomass fuel use by the rural households in Chittagong region, Bangladesh . p. 277-285.

  • Kraxner, F., S. Nilsson and M. Obersteiner. Negative emissions for BioEnergy use, carbon capture and sequestration (BECS)-the case of biomass production by sustainable forest management from semi-natural temperate forests. p. 285-297.

  • Kirschboum, M.U.F. To sink or burn? A discussion of the potential contributions of forests to greenhouse gas balances through storing carbon or providing biofuels. p. 297-311.

  • Nabuurs, G.J. and M.J. Schelhass. Spatial distribution of whole-tree carbon stocks and fluxes across the forests of Europe : where are the options for bioenergy?

  • Mälkki, H and Y. Virtanen. Selected emissions and efficiencies of energy systems based on logging and sawmill residues.

  • Williams, T.M., D.J. Lipscomb, W.R. English and C. Nickel. Mapping variable-width streamside management zones for water quality protection. p. 329-337.

  • Sanchez, F.G., E.A. Carter and J.K. Klepac. Enhancing the soil organic matter pool through biomass incorporation. p. 337-351.

  • Morrison, I.K. Biomass growth and element uptake by young trembling aspen in relation to site treatments in Northern Ontario, Canada. p. 351-365.

  • Johansson, T. Mixed stands in Nordic countries-a challenge for the future. p. 365-373.

  • Faúndez, P. Potential costs of four short-rotation silvicultural regimes used for the production of energy. p. 373-381.

  • Berg, S. Harvesting technology and market forces affecting the production of forest fuels from Swedish forestry. p. 381-389.

  • Björheden, R., T. Gullberg and J. Johansson. Systems analyses for harvesting small trees for forest fuel in urban forestry.

  • Van Belle, J.-F., M. Temmerman and Y. Schenkel. Three level procurement of forest residues for power plant. p. 401-409.

Domac, J. and K. Richards (eds.). 2001. Socio-economic aspects of bioenergy systems: Challenges and opportunities. Proceedings of IEA Bioenergy Task 29 and 31 joint workshop. 28-31 May 2001, Rocky Mountain Region , Alberta , Canada . IEA Bioenergy Task 29, Energy Institute ‘Hrvoje Požar', Zagreb , Croatia .

  • Madlener, R. and L. Gustavsson. Socio-Economics of the Diffusion of Innovative Bioenergy Technologies. The Case of small Pellet Heating Systems in Austria . p. 5-25.

  • Gan, J. and C.T. Smith. Carbon Tax, Energy Security and Biomass Energy Production in the United States . p. 25-59.

  • Richards, K and D. Stoer. Establishing Community Based Wood Heat Supply Clusters in the Thames Valley . 59-65.

  • Westernberg, K. and Martensson K. Towards Sustainability: Four Models for Implementing Sustainable Strategies in the Swedish Energy Sector. p. 65-79.

  • Yagashita, T. Trends of Bionergy Introduction to Rural Areas in Japan . p. 79-89.

  • Kulisic, B and R. Tadic. Results and Findings of the Summer Research Camp on Energy and Climate-Kupa 2001. p. 89-99.

  • Alminana, D.G. and J. Domac. Biomass Based Efficient Energy Alternatives in Korcula. p. 99-107.

  • Trossero, M. A. Socio-Economic Aspects of Wood Energy Systems in Developing Countries – A Focus on Employment. p. 107-115.

  • Remedio, E. Bioenergy in the Overall Philippine Energy Mix. p. 115-125.

  • De Franceschi, J. Bioenergy Projects in Remote Communities in Northwestern Canada . 125-131.

  • Domac, J. and N. Krajnc. Modelling Socio-Economic Aspects in Cases where Wood Fuels Originate Mostly from Natural Forests. p. 131-135.

  • Lileng, J. WOOD EN MAN – Forest Energy Project in Scandinavian and Baltic States . p. 135-141.

  • Herold, I. , R. Madlener and H. Sheuer. Applying BIOSEM (Biomass Socio-Economic Multiplier): Conclusions from the Styrian (Austrian) Case Study. p. 141-147.

  • Franco, G. Impressions from the IEA Bioenergy International Workshop – Cavtat , Croatia , 19-21 September 2002. p. 147-151.


1998-2000 Task 18 (including joint workshops with other Tasks)                 back to top

Richardson , J., Björheden, R., Hakkila, P., Lowe, A.T. and Smith, C.T. (Comp.) 2001: “Bioenergy from Sustainable Forestry: Principles and Practice”. Proceedings of IEA Bioenergy Task 18 Workshop, 16-20 October 2000, Coffs Harbour , New South Wales , Australia . New Zealand Forest Research Institute, Forest Research Bulletin No. 223.

  • Schuck, S. Bioenergy in Australia . p. 1-6

  • Mead, D.J. Plantations, silviculture and bioenergy production. p. 6-17.

  • Neary, D.G., W.H. Moir and B.G. Phillips. Harvesting-related soil disturbance: implications for plant biodiversity and invasive weeds. p. 17-33.

  • Vis , J. Harvest of energy-wood from urban forestry. p. 33-42.

  • Nurmi, J. and K. Hillebrand. The fuel quality of Norway spruce logging residues in relation to storage logistics. p. 42-46.

  • Hall, P. Effects of storage on fuel parameters in piles of raw and comminuted logging residues. p. 47-58.

  • Mikusinski, G. and P. Angelstam. Europe as an arena for developing forest biodiversity targets at the landscape scale. p. 59-70.

  • Williams, T.M., D.D. Hook, D.J. Lipscomb. Results of voluntary forest management practice guidelines to protect water quality in the southeastern U.S. : an example from South Carolina . p. 71-80.

  • Morrison, I.K. J. Lee Jr., D.A. Cameron, J.-D. Leblanc, and M.T. Dumas. Carbon distribution and above-ground net production as influenced by harvesting in a second-growth boreal mixedwood forest in Eastern Canada . p. 81-91.

  • Mälkki, H., T. Harju and Y. Virtanen. Life cycle assessment of logging-residue-based energy. p. 92-108.

  • Björheden, R. Bioenergy from conventional forestry- more than logging residues. p. 108-126.

  • Hakkila, P. Wood energy in Finland . p. 126-136.

  • Jirjis, R. Forest residues-effects of handling and storage on fuel quality and working environment. p. 136-146.

  • Heding, N. Renewable energy- the Danish case pictured by policy, biomass and wind. p. 146-150.

Richardson, J., A. Lowe, P. Hakkila and C.T. Smith. (guest eds.) 2000. Conventional Systems for Bioenergy. Papers presented at the IEA Bioenergy Task 18 Workshop in Charleston , South Carolina , 19-25 September 1999. New Zealand Journal of Forestry Science 30(1/2).

  • Richardson, J., A. Lowe, P. Hakkila, C.T. Smith. Guest Editorial p.3.

  • Weetman, G.F. Silvicultural systems for biomass production in Canada . p. 5-16.

  • Johansson, T. Regenerating Norway spruce under the shelter of birch on good sites might increase the biofuel supply in Sweden . p. 16-29.

  • Møller, I.S. Calculation of biomass and nutrient removal for different harvesting intensities. 29-46.

  • Helynen, S., P. Hakkila, I. Nousiainen. Wood energy 1999-2003: A new national technology programme in Finland . p. 46-54.

  • Puttock, D., D. McGregor and E. Bevilacqua. Forest management planning strategy for bioenergy in remote aboriginal communities in Canada . p. 54-67.

  • Björheden, R. Integrating production of timber and energy – A comprehensive view. P. 67-79.

  • Asikainen, A. and P.-J.Kuitto. Cost factors in wood fuel procurement. p. 79-88.

  • Eriksson, P. Systems for logging residues handling in Sweden . p. 88-94.

  • Hudson, B. and B. Hudson. Wood fuel supply chain in the United Kingdom . p. 94-108.

  • Hall, P. Bio-energy fuel from stem-to-log processing waste using conventional forest harvesting systems. p. 108-114.

  • Larson, D.S., D.G. Neary, P.J. Daugherty and C.B. Edminster. Harvesting costs for potential bio-energy fuels in a fire risk reduction programme. p. 114-130.

  • Buford, M.A. and B.J. Stokes. Incorporation of biomass into forest soils for enhanced productivity, restoration, and biostorage: A modeling study to evaluate research needs. p. 130-138.

  • Tolbert, V.R., F.C. Thornton, J.D. Joslin, B.R. Bock, W. Bandaranayake, A. Houston, D. Tyler, D. Mays, D.E. Pettry and T.H. Green. p. 138-150.

  • Sanchez, F.G., E.A. Carter and J. Klepac. Soil carbon and soil physical properties response to incorporating mulched forest slash. p. 150-169.

  • Grigal, D.F. and E.D. Vance. Influence of soil organic matter on forest productivity. p. 169-206.

  • Kelting, D.L., J.A. Burger and S.C. Patterson. Early loblolly pine growth response to changes in soil environment. p. 206-225.

  • Santana, R.C., N.F. Barros and N.B. Comerford. Above-ground biomass, nutrient content, and nutrient use efficiency of eucalypt plantations growing in different sites in Brazil . p. 225-237.

  • Carter, E., T. McDonald and J. Torbert. Assessment of soil strength variability in harvested loblolly pine plantation in the Piedmont region of Alabama , United States . p. 237-250.

  • Williams, T.M. and C.A. Gresham. Nitrogen accumulation and changes in nitrate leaching after 4 years of intensive forest culture on marginal agricultural land. p. 266-280.

Lowe, A.T. and C.T. Smith (comps.). 1999. Developing Systems for Integrating Bioenergy into Environmentally Sustainable Forestry. Proceedings of the International Energy Agency Bioenergy Agreement Task 18 “Conventional Forestry Systems for Bioenergy” incorporating a joint workshop session with Task 25 “Greenhouse Gas Balances of Bioenergy Systems” on Carbon Sequestration in Conventional Forestry (Biomass) Systems. 7-11 September 1998, Nokia , Finland . Forest Research Bulletin No. 211 . New Zealand Forest Research Institute, Rotorua. 128 p.

  • Brand, D. Criteria and indicators for the conservation and sustainable management of forests: The special case of biomass and energy from forests. p. 1-7.

  • Raison, R.J., P. Fung, M.U. F. Kirschbaum and R.J. McCormack. The potenrial of Australian forestry systems to contribute to bioenergy production. p. 7-10.

  • Klumpers, J. Potential implications for forest management of the European Commission White Paper on renewable energy sources. p. 10-13.

  • Hakkila P. Finnish bioenergy goals and policy initiatives. p. 13-21.

  • De Franceschi, J. and M. McIlwick. Assessing remote First Nation communities for their potential to utilise biomass-fuelled heating systems. p. 21-27.

  • McCallum, B. Woodchip supply system options for remote communities. p. 27-33.

  • Mielikäinen, K. Impact of forest-based energy on the management of young stands in Finland . p. 33-37.

  • Virc, S. and B. A. Barkley. Criteria and indicators: An approach to measuring sustainability of biomass production in the Eastern Ontario Model Forest . p. 37-41.

  • Neary, D.G., C. B. Edminster and J. Gerritsma. Fire risk reduction in the Flagstaff , Arizona , wildland-urban interface: A source of bioenergy fuels and other forest products. p. 41-49.

  • Hektor, B. Assessment of wood fuel prices in intergraded operations. p. 49-53.

  • Laurila, P. Presentation of Biowatti and our experience in wood fuel procurement in Finland . p. 53-56.

  • Thörnqvist, T. Handling of wood fuel at Södra Skogsenergi in Sweden. p. 56-61.

  • Sahlén, K. Watewater as a resource for forest biomass production. p. 61-63.

  • Heding, N. Sustainable use of forests as an energy source. p. 63-66.

  • Smith, C. T., A, T. Lowe and A. Richardson. Indicators of sustained productive capacity of New Zealand forests. p. 66-72.

  • Fleming, R. N. Foster, J. Jeglum and P. Hazlett. Soil compaction and sustainable productivity in coarse-textured jack pine sites. p. 72-82.

  • Korpilahti, A., M. Moilanen and L. Finér. Wood ash recycling and environmental impacts-State-of-the-art in Finland . p. 82-90.

  • Claesson, S., T. Lundmark and K. Sahlén. Treatment of young Scots-pine-dominated stands for simultaneous production of wood fuel and quality timber. p. 90-91.

  • Lundkvist, H., H.M. Eriksson, T. Nilsson and H. Arvidsson. Ecological effects of recycling of hardened wood ash. p. 91-93.

  • Hörnlund, T., T. Lundmark and G. Egnell. A comparison between different methods for extracting wood fuel after clear-felling. p. 93-97.

  • Buford, M., B.J. Stokes, F. G. Sanchez and E. A. Carter. Using biomass to improve site quality and carbon sequestration. p. 97-104.

  • Smith, C.T., J. Ford-Robertson, K. R. Tate and N. A. Scott. Framework for assessing the contribution of soil carbon to New Zealand CO 2 emissions. p. 104-108.

  • Pussinen, A., T. Karjalainen, J. Liski, G-J. Nabuus. Towards a future European forest carbon budget (LTEEF-II project). p. 108-110.

  • Olsson, B. Long-term effects of whole-tree harvesting on carbon pools in coniferous forest soils. p. 110-114.

  • Eriksson, H. M., J. Vintebäck, M. Parikka and B. Hektor. p. Whole-tree harvesting – Effects on the nitrogen budget of forest soils in Sweden . p. 114-117.

  • Liski, J. Forestry, climate change, and carbon in soils. p. 117-120.

  • Savolainen, I., a. Lehtilä, J. Liski and K. Pingoud. Role of forestry and biomass production for energy in reducing the net GHG emissions in Finland . Assessment concerning the history and future. p. 120-125.


1995-1997 Task XII

Task XII Activity 1.1 “Forest Management”                                                                   back to top

Dietrichson, J. (Ed.) 1996. Silviculture for fuelwood. Proceedings from IEA Bioenergy Task XII Activity on “Forest Management”, Asker, Norway , September 4-6, 1995. Norwegian Journal of Agricultural Sciences, Supplement No. 24. 88 pp.

              •  Johansson, T. Management of birch forest. p. 7-20

•  Frivold, L.H. and R. Groven. Yield and management of mixed stands of spruce, birch and aspen. p. 21-28.

•  Jeglum, J.K. Aspen-mixedwood silviculture in the boreal forest of Ontario , Canada . p. 29-44.

•  Braathe, P. Supplementary planting of conifers and birch in open spruce regeneration. p. 45-50.

•  Niemistö, P. Yield and quality of planted silver birch (Betula pendula) in Finland – Preliminary review. p. 51-60.

•  Rytter, L. Grey alder in forestry: a review. p. 61-78.

•  Dietrichson, J. Are climatic temperature changes a threat to broadleaves? p. 79-88.  

Gamborg, C. Production of whole-tree chips for energy - a Danish perspective. IEA Bioenergy, Task XII, Activity 1.1 “ Forest Management”, Review Study. Canadian Forest Service, Natural Resources Canada . 21p. 1998.

Gamborg, C. Skovrejsning of energiskov - produktion, milj r og r konomi. Skovbrugsserien nr.17. Forskningscentret for Skov & Landskab. 228p. 1996.

Hakkila, P., M. Heino and E. Puranen (Eds.) 1997 . Forest Management for Bioenergy, Proc. joint meeting IEA Bioenergy, Task XII, Activities 1.1, 1.2 and 4.2, Jyväskylä , Finland , September 9-10, 1996. Finnish Forest Research Institute, Research Papers 640. 237 pp.

•  Gamborg, C. Production of woody biomass for energy at different silvicultural systems. p. 15-24.

•  Granhus, A. and J. Dietrichson. Yield of biomass in young mixed forests of birches ( Betula pendula Ehrh. & Betula pubescens Roth) and Norway spruce ( Picea abies (L.) Karst.). p. 25-34.

•  Zundel, P.E., A.J. Hovingh, L. Wuest, D. MacElveney and T.D. Needham. Silviculture systems for the production of energy biomass in conventional operations in Atlantic Canada. p. 35-46.

•  Puttock, G.D. Wood fuel from precommercial thinning and plantation cleaning in Canada . p. 47-52.

•  Mielikäinen, K. The impact of fuelwood harvesting on forest management in Finland . p. 53-62.

•  Lilleberg, R. New techniques for small-tree harvesting. p. 65-70.

•  Hakkila, P. and K. Rieppo. Finnish applications of chain flail techniques. p. 71-80.

•  Aho, V.-J. Chain-flail simulator. p. 81-89.

•  Hakkila, P. and J. Nurmi. Logging residue as a source of energy in Finland . p. 90-101.

•  Andersson, G. and B. Hudson. Baling of forest residues – a system analysis. p. 102-110.

•  Asikainen, A. Use of simulation for the development of fuelwood-harvesting systems. p. 111-116.

•  Tuomi, S. Practical experiences of small-scale heating enterprises in Finland . p. 117-124.

•  McCallum, B. Harvesting low-grade stands for biomass and timber in Prince Edward Island , Canada . p. 125-129.

•  Kofman, P.D. Storage trials with willow from short rotation. p. 130-137.

•  Danielsson, B.-O. Employment effects of wood fuel harvesting. p. 138-144.

•  Burger, J.A. Conceptual framework for monitoring the impacts of intensive forest management on sustainable forestry. p. 147-156.

•  Smith, C.T. and S.D. McMahon. Template for developing guidelines for sustainable forest management for bioenergy production. p. 157-165.

•  Proe, M.F. Empirical models and the use of databases in developing decision support tools for the sustainable removal of biomass from forests. p. 166-181.

•  Yarie, J. and S. Rupp. Components of a geographic forest ecosystem model used for potential management of interior Alaska 's forests. p. 182-192.

•  Smith, C.T., A. Lowe and M. Skinner. Nutrition and productivity of radiata pine following harvesting: testing a working model of site classification in New Zealand . p. 193-202.

•  Foster, N.W., J.S. Bhatti and P.A. Arp. Long term site productivity research for developing and validating computer models that contribute to scientifically based codes of practice. p. 203-212.

•  Johnson, D.W. Role of process models in developing environmental guidelines for sustainable energy output from forests. p. 213-220.

•  Prescott, C. Modelling forest management effects on organic matter decomposition in British Columbia . p. 221-229.

•  Kukkola, M. and E. Mälkönen. The role of logging residues in site productivity after first thinning of Scots pine and Norway spruce stands. p. 230-237.

Richardson, J. (Ed.). 1998. Bioenergy and Boreal Forest Management, Proc. IEA Bioenergy, Task XII, Activity 1.1 “Forest Management” workshop, Timmins, Canada, September 23, 1997. Canadian Forest Service, Natural Resources Canada . 42 p.

•  McCallum, B. and M. Conroy. Forest biomass for energy: Is it a realistic option for remote communities? p. 1-5.

•  Meloche, N. The RETScreen TM Project Assessment Tool. p. 7.

•  Bhatti, J.S., N.W. Foster and P.A Arp. Evaluating the sustainability of forest production when jack pine stems and logging residues are used for energy production. p. 9-14.

•  Shecapio-Blacksmith, J. Bioenergy for a remote First Nation community: the Ouje-Bougoumou Cree Nation experience. p. 15-20.

•  Puttock, D. Summary of wood fuel from early thinning and plantation cleaning: an international review. p. 21-24.

•  Johansson, T. Biomass utilization in mixed stands of birch-Norway spruce, aspen-Norway spruce, and alder-Norway spruce in Sweden . p. 25-32.

•  Mielikäinen, K. and J. Malinen. The impact of fuelwood harvesting on forest management in Finland . p. 33-42.

Richardson, J., Hakkila, P. and Smith, T. 1998. Environmental sustainability in conventional forestry systems for bioenergy: an IEA Bioenergy Task. P. 827-830 IN Kopetz, H., T. Weber, W. Palz, P. Chartier & G.L. Ferrero 1998. 10 th European Conference and Technology Exhibition, Biomass for Energy and Industry. Proceedings of the International Conference, Würzburg , Germany , 8-11 June 1998. CARMEN, Rimpar , Germany . 1829 pp.

Zundel, P.E., A.J. Hovingh, L.West, D. MacElveney and T.D. Needham. Silvicultural systems for the production of energy biomass in conventional operations in Atlantic Canada. IEA Bioenergy, Task XII, Activity 1.1 “ Forest Management”, Review Study. Canadian Forest Service, Natural Resources Canada . 33p. 1998.

Task XII, Activity 1.2 “Harvesting”                                                                                                back to top

Hudson, B. and Kofman, P.D. (Eds.) 1996. Harvesting, storage and road transportation of logging residues. Proceedings of a workshop of IEA-BA-Task XIIActivity 1.2 held in October 1995 in Glasgow, Scotland. Danish Forest and Landscape Research Institute. 83 pp.

Task XII Activity 4.2 "Environmental Issues" (including joint workshops with other Activities)                                                                                                                                                    back to top

Proe, M., C.T. Smith and A.T. Lowe (guest eds.). 1999. Indicators of Sustainable Forest Management. Papers presented at the IEA Bioenergy Task XII workshop, Eddleston , Scotland , 20-25 September 1997. Forest Ecology and Management 122 (1/2).

    • Bakker, M.B. Fine-root parameters as indicators of sustainability of forest ecosystems. p. 7-17.

    • Adams, M.B. Acidic deposition and sustainable forest management in the central Appalachians, USA . p. 17-29.

    • Olsson, B.A. Effects of biomass removal in thinnings and compensatory fertilization on exchangeable base cation pools in acid forest soils. p. 29-41.

    • Williams, T.M. Nitrate leaching from intensive fiber production on abandoned agricultural land. p. 41-51.

    • Neary, D.G., C.C. Klopatek, L.F.deBano and P.F. Ffolliott. p. 51-73.

    • Jones, H.E., M. Madeira, L. Herraez, J. Dighton, A. Fabiâo, F. Gonzales-Rio, M. Fernandez Marcos, C. Gomez, M. Tomé, H. Feith, M.C. Magalhâes and G. Howson. The effect of organic-matter management on the productivity of Eucalyptus globulus stands in Spain and Portugal : tree growth and harvest residue decomposition in relation to site and treatment. p. 73-87.

    • Proe, M.F., J. Craig, J. Dutch and j. Griffiths . Use the vector analyses to determine the effects of harvest residues on early growth of second-rotation Sitka spruce. p. 87-107.

    • Skinner, M.F., T.W. Payn, A.T. Lowe, M.O. Kimberley and J.D. Graham. Do genetic improvements in radiate pine seedlings confound their use as indicators of change in soil quality? p. 107-113.

    • Cameron, A.D. and B.A. Watson. Effect of nursing mixtures on stem form, crown size, branching habit and wood properties of Sitka spruce ( Picea sitchensis (Bong.) Carr.) p. 113-125.

    • Richardson, B., M.F. Skinner and G. West. The role of forest productivity in defining the role of sustainability of plantation forests in New Zealand . p. 125-139.

    • Ranger, J. and M.-P. Turpault. Input-output nutrient budgets as a diagnostic tool for sustainable forest management. p. 139-155.

    • Burger, J.A. and D.L. Kelting. Using soil quality indicators to assess forest stand management. p. 155-167.

    • Kelting, D.L., J.A. Burger, W.M. Aust and M. Miwa. S.C. Patterson. Soil quality assessment in domesticated forests – a southern pine example. p. 167-187.

    • Payn, T.W., R.B. Hill, B.K. Höck, M.F. Skinner, A.J. Thorn and W.C. Rijkse. Potential for the use of GIS and spatial analyses techniques as tolls for monitoring changes in forest productivity and nutrition, a New Zealand example. p. 187-197.

Hakkila, P., Heino, M. & Puranen, E. (eds.). 1997. Forest Management for Bioenergy. Metsäntutkimuslaitoksen tiedonantoja 640. The Finnish Forest Research Institute. Research Papers 640. 248 p.

Nielsen, K.H. and C.T. Smith (guest eds.). 1998. Environmental Issues for Short Rotation Bioenergy Production. IEA Bioenergy Task XII Activity 2.1 & 4.2 workshop held in Vejle , Denmark , 29 June - 3 July 1996. Biomass and Bioenergy 15(1).

    • Perttu, K.L. Environmental justification for short-rotation forestry in Sweden . p. 1-7.

    • Read, P. Dynamic interaction of short rotations and conventional forestry in meeting demand for bioenergy in the least cost mitigation strategy. p. 7-17.

    • Abrahamson, L.P., Robinson, D.J., T.A. Volk, E.H. White, E.F. Neuhauser, W.H. Benjamin and J.M. Peterson. Sustainability and environmental issues associated with willow bioenergy development in New York (U.S.A). p. 17-23.

    • Larsson, S. genetic improvement of willow for short-rotation coppice. p. 23-27.

    • Toivonen, T.M. and L.J. Tahvanainen. Profitability of willow cultivation for energy production in Finland . p. 27-39.

    • Sage, R.B. Short rotation coppice for energy: towards ecological guidelines. p. 39-49.

    • Ledin, S. Environmental consequences when growing short rotation forest in Sweden . p. 49-57.

    • Thornton , F.C., J.D. Joslin, B.R. Bock, A, Houston , T.H. Green, S. Schoenholtz , D. Pettry and D.D. Tyler. p. Environmental effects of growing woody crops on agricultural land: first year effects on erosion, and water quality. p. 57-71.

    • Hasselgren, K. Use of municipal waste products in energy forestry: highlights from 15 years of experience. p. 71-75.

    • Sims, R.E.H. and D. Riddell-Black. Sustainable production of short rotation forest biomass crops using aqueous waste management systems. p. 75-83.

    • Hytönen, J. Effect of peat ash fertilization on the nutrient status and biomass production of short-rotation willow on cut-away peatland area. p. 83-93.

    • Tolbert, V.R. and L.L. Wright. Environmental enhancement of U.S. biomass crop technologies: research results to date. p. 93-101.

    • Riddell-Black, D. Development of a water industry manual for biosolids use in short rotation forestry. p. 101-109.

    • Trinkaus, P. Short-rotation forestry: discussion of the 10 Austrian principles from the viewpoint of preservation of environment and nature.

Lowe, A.T. and Smith, C.T. (guest eds.). Environmental Guidelines for Developing Sustainable Energy Output from Biomass. Proceedings: IEA Bioenergy Task XII Activity 4.2 workshop held in Ontario , Canada and Michigan , USA , 17-23 September 1995. Biomass and Bioenergy 13(4/5). 1997.

    • Evans, J. Bioenergy plantations-experience and prospects: worldwide experience with high yield forest plantations. p. 189-193.

    • Lucier, A.A. and J.P. Shepard. Certification and regulation of forestry practices in the United States : implications for intensively managed plantations. p. 193-201.

    • Kimmins, J.P. Predicting sustainability of forest bioenergy production in the face of changing paradigms. p. 201-213.

    • Grigal, D.F. and P.C. Bates. Assessing impacts of forest harvesting- the Minnesota experience. p. 213-223.

    • Boyle, J.R., J.E. Warila, R.L. Beschta, M. Reiter, C.C. Chambers, W.P. Gibson, S.V. Gregory, J. Grizzel, J.C. Hagar, J.L. Li, W.C. McComb, T.W. Parzybok and G. Taylor. Cumulative effects of forestry practices: an example framework for evaluation from Oregon , USA . p. 223-247.

    • Brand, D.G. Criteria and indicators for the conservation and sustainable management of forests: progress to date and future directions. p. 247-255.

    • Heninger, R.L., T.A. Terry, A. Dobkowski and W. Scott. Managing for sustainable site productivity: Weyerhaeuser's forestry perspective. p. 255-269.

    • Henry, C.L. and D. W. Cole. Use of biosolids in the forest: technology, economics and regulations. p. 269-279.

    • Williams T.M. Obtaining water quality permits for land application of biomass boiler ash. p. 279-289.

    • Proe, M.F., J.C. Dutch, D.G. Pyatt and J.P. Kimmins. A strategy to develop a guide for whole-tree harvesting of Sitka spruce in Great Britain . p. 289-301.

    • Joslin, J.D. and S.H. Schoenholtz. Measuring the environmental effects of converting cropland to short-rotation woody crops: a research approach. p. 301-313.

    • Titus, B.D., B.A. Roberts and K.W. Deering. Soil solution concentrations on three white birch sites in central Newfoundland following different harvesting intensities. p. 313-327.


1992-1994 Task VIII                                                                                                                            back to top

Mitchell, C.P. 1995. International Energy Agency Bioenergy agreement Progress and Achievements 1992-1994. Proceedings of Seminar. Oslo , Norway , 23-24 march 1995. Biomass & Bioenergy 9(1-5):11-205.

Hendrickson, O.Q. and Richardson , J. 1993. Nested forest nutrient cycles: Implications for plantation management. Forestry Chronicle 69: 694-698.

Johansson, T. (Ed.) 1993. Forest energy production from conventional forestry systems on a small scale. September 16-19, 1992. IEA/BA Activity B1, Forest Energy Production. Proceedings of 1992 IEA/BA workshop. 35 pp.

•  Booth, T.C. The Farm Wood Fuel and Energy Project. p. 3-5.

•  McCallum, B. Fuelwood production in Prince Edward Island . p. 7-16.

•  Steinmann, P.A. Forest energy production in Switzerland . p. 17-22.

•  Liss, J.-E. and J. Swartström. Fuelwood production. p. 23-26.

•  Johansson, T. Production of forest fuelwood in hardwood stands growing on former farmland. p. 27-35.

Mahendrappa, M.K., Simpson, C.M. and Smith, C.T. (Eds.) 1994. Assessing the effects of silvicultural practices on sustained productivity: a proceeding of the IEA/BA Workshop '93, May 16-22, Fredericton , NB , Canada . Nat. Res. Can., Can. For. Serv. – Maritimes Region. Information Report M-X-191.

•  Lundkvist, H. Whole-tree harvesting's ecological consequences and compensatory measures. Examples from Sweden . p. 1-9.

•  Danielsson, B.-O. Harvesting methods and available quantities in light of ecological constraints. p. 9-17.

•  Stuart, W.B. and L. LeBel. Logging strategies for complying with environmental regulations under adverse weather conditions. p. 17-23.

•  Kimmins, J.P. Forest manipulation. Impacts on forest ecosystem sustainability. p. 23-33.

•  Brand, D.G. Canada 's model forest program: experiments in the sustainable management of forests. p. 33-41.

•  Dutch, J. Intensive harvesting of forests: a review of the nutritional aspects and sustainability implications. p. 41-59.

•  Burger, J.A. Cumulative effects of silvicultural technology of sustained forest productivity. p. 59-71.

•  Alban, D.H., A.E. Tiarks, R.F. Powers, D.S. Page-Dumroese, F. Ponder, Jr., and M.A. Buford. Forest management impacts on long-term productivity – early results from a U.S. research program. p. 71-73.

•  Salonius, P.O., K. P. Beaton and T. S. Murray. Relationships between conifer seedling growth and a visually determined stress index. p. 73-75.

•  Manley, A.L. and G.D. Savage. An economic evaluation of forest improvement opportunities and impacts from the emergence of a biomass fuel market in southwestern Nova Scotia . p. 75-81.

•  Smith, C.T., P.N. Beets, A.T. Lowe, P.D. Hodgkiss and W.J. Dyck. Nitrogen accumulation by radiata pine on sand dunes following residue management and fertilization. p. 81-83.

•  Mahendrappa, M.K. and D.G.O. Kingston. Preliminary results of the impacts of intensive harvesting on soil chemistry and temperature. p. 83-85.

Richardson, J. (Ed.) 1994. Silviculture in tune with nature and wood energy production. Proceedings of a workshop held in Switzerland , Apr. 24-28, 1994. International Energy Agency / Bioenergy Agreement, Task VIII Forest Energy Production Activity. Natural Resources Canada , Canadian Forest Service Report. 54 pp.

•  Brändli, U.-B. Swiss forests and their potential for energy wood on the basis of data from the National Forest Inventory. p. 1-9.

•  Combe, J. Silvicultural practice in Switzerland – a nature-tuned philosophy. p. 10-12.

•  Zingg, A. Biomass and energy wood harvesting according to silvicultural needs – production tables, trials and practice. p. 13-19.

•  Keel, A. Wood energy in Switzerland : recent developments and issues. p. 20-23.

•  Steinmann, P.A. Harvesting and preparation of energy wood. p. 24-26.

•  Manley, A.L. and G.D. Savage. An economic evaluation of forest improvement opportunities and impacts from the emergence of a biomass fuel market in southwestern Nova Scotia . p. 27-32.

•  Rytter, L. The possible use of gray alder in hardwood plantation forestry. p. 33-39.

•  Booth, T.C. The background to the use of conventional forestry as an energy source in the United Kingdom . p. 40-43.

•  Jeglum, J.K. Developing environmentally sound management practices for jack pine ( Pinus banksiana Lamb.) in Ontario . p. 44-51.


1992-1994 Task IX                                                                                                                               back to top

Mattsson, J.E. and Mitchell, C.P. (Editors). 1993. Environmental issues in supply of biomass for energy from conventional forestry. Proc. of Task workshop held in Fredericton , Canada , May 1993. Research Notes 252. Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Operational Efficiency, Garpenberg , Sweden .

Mattsson, J.E., Mitchell, C.P. and Tordmar, K. (Editors). 1995. Preparation and supply of high quality woodfuels. Proceedings of Task workshop held in Garpenberg , Sweden , June 1994. Research Notes 278. Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Operational Efficiency, Garpenberg , Sweden .

Task IX Activity 2 “Integrated Harvesting Systems” (and 3 “Harvesting Small Trees and Residues”)                                                                                                                                                                   

Hudson , J.B. (Editor). 1992. Proceedings of IEA/BA Task IX Integrated harvesting systems workshop, Eastern Finland . Aberdeen University Forestry Research Paper 1992:4. 65p.

Hudson , J.B., Gingras, J.-F. & Twaddle, A. (Editors). 1994. Proceedings of IEA/BA Task IX Integrated harvesting systems workshop, New Brunswick , Canada . Aberdeen University Forestry Research Paper 1994:1.

Task IX Activity 4 “Environmental Issues”                                                                          back to top

Smith, C.T., P.N. Beets, W.J. Dyck, and L.A. Morris (guest eds.). 1994. Understanding Plant Nutrient Uptake and Supply -- Opportunities for Managing Site Productivity. Papers presented at the IEA/BA Task IX Activity 4 workshop held in Omapere, Northland , New Zealand , 6-12 March 1994. New Zealand Journal of Forestry Science 24 (2/3).

  • Ericsson, T. Nutrient dynamics and requirements of forest crops. p. 133-169.

  • Foster, N.W., I.K. Morrison, P.W. Hazlett, G.D. Hogan and M.I. Salerno. Changes in nutrient procurement with age and site productivity in jack pine forest. p. 169-183.

  • Salonius, P. and K. Beaton. Needle loss in black spruce: Nutrient concentration during shoot extension. p. 183-195.

  • Comerford, N.B., P.J. Smethurst and J.A. Escamilla. Nutrient uptake by woody root systems. p. 195-213.

  • Kelly, J. M., A. H. Chappelka; B. G. Lockaby. Measured and estimated parameters for a model of nutrient uptake by trees. p. 213-226.

  • Van Rees, K.C.J. Michaelis-Menten kinetics: calculation and use in nutrient uptake models. p. 226-234.

  • Yarie, J., W. Pulliam, K. Van Cleve, R. Schlentner. Carbon and nutrient availability effect on plant nutrient supply for upland forest sites in interior Alaska . p. 234-253.

  • Parfitt, R.L., K.R. Tate., G.W. Yeates, P.N. Beets. Phosphorus cycling in a sandy podsol under Pinus radiata . p. 253-268.

  • Clinton, P. W., C. M. Framptom, D. J. Mead. Modeling competitive pasture effects on nutrient uptake by Pinus radiata . p. 268-279.

  • Cornforth, I.S. Maintenance fertilisers for grazed pastures in New Zealand : An agriculture perspective on applying theory to management. p. 279-289.

  • Birk, E.M. Fertiliser use in the management of pine and eucalypt plantations in Australia : A review of past and current practices. p. 289-321.

  • Saur, E. Phosphate fertiliser and copper nutrition of maritime pine in south-western France . p. 321-333.

  • Zabowski, D. and C.L.Henry. Soil and foliar nitrogen after fertiliser treatment of ponderosa pine. p. 333-344.

  • Carlyle, J.C. Opportunities for managing nitrogen uptake in established Pinus radiata plantations on sandy soils. p. 344-362.

  • Smith, C.T., A.T. Lowe, P.N. Beets and W.J. Dyck. Nutrient accumulation in second-rotation Pinus radiata after harvest residue management and fertiliser treatment of coastal sand dunes. p. 362-390.

  • Proe, M.F., J. Dutch, and J. Griffiths. Harvest residue effect on micro-climate, nutrition, and early growth of Sitka spruce ( Picea sitchensis ) seedlings on restock site. p. 390-402.

  • Mahendrappa, M.K. and D.G.O. Kingston. Intensive harvesting impacts on soil temperature and solution chemistry in the Maritimes region of Canada . 402-415.

  • Eriksson, H.M. and C. Jönsson. Four tree species and the calcium, magnesium, and potassium budgets of a Swedish forest site. 415-427.

Smith, C.T. and W.J. Dyck (guest eds.). 1993. Impacts of Harvesting and Site Preparation on Carbon Cycling Processes in Forests. Papers presented at the IEA/BA Task IX Activity 4 Workshop held in Inverness , Scotland , 24-30 May 1992. IEA/BA Task IX Activity 4 Report 2. New Zealand Journal of Forestry Science 23 (3).

•  Marden, M. and D. Rowan. Protective value of vegetation on Tertiary terrain before and during Cyclone bola, east Coast, North Island , New Zealand . p. 255-264.

•  Höck, B.K., T.W. Payn and J.W Shirley. Using a Geographic Information System and geostatistics to estimate site index of Pinus radiata for Kaingaroa Forest , New Zealand . p. 264-278.

•  Pook, E.W. Empirical models evaluated for prediction of fine fuel moisture in Australian Pinus radiata plantations. p. 278-298.

•  King, J. N., R. D. Burdon and M. D. Wilcox. Provenance variation in New Zealand grown Eucalyptus delegatensis . 1: Growth rates and form. p. 298-314.

•  King, J.N., R.D. Burdon and G.D. Young. Provenance variation in New Zealand-grown Eucalyptus delegatensis . 2: Internal checking and other wood properties. p. 314-324.

•  Fung, L.E. Wood properties of New Zealand-grown Cunninghamia lanceolata. p. 325-339.

•  Smith, C.T. and W.J. Dyck. Impacts of harvesting and site preparation on carbon cycling processes in forests: Guest editorial. p. 341-343.

•  ? rgen, G.I. and J.F. Wickström. Modelling carbon allocation – A review. p. 343-354.

•  Johnson, D.W. Carbon in forest soils-Research needs. p. 354-367.

•  Harrison, A. F. and D. D. Harkness. Potential for Estimating Carbon Fluxes in Forest Soils Using 14 C Techniques. p. 367-380.

•  Bengtsson, J. and J.F. Wickström. Effects of whole-tree harvesting on the amount of soil carbon: Model results. p. 380-390.

•  Carlyle, J.C. Organic carbon in forested sandy soils: Properties, processes, and the impact of forest management. p. 390-403.

•  Morrison, I.K., N.W. Foster and P.W. Hazlett. Carbon reserves, carbon cycling and harvesting effects in three mature forest types in Canada . p. 403-413.

Task IX Activity 6 “Transport and Handling”                                                         back to top                                                                                                                   

Stokes, B.J. and McDonald, T.P. 1994. A review of transport and handling systems – improvements for energy wood. IEA/BA T9/A6, Reports No. 1. Mississippi State University / New Zealand Forest Research Institute.

Hankin, C. and Mitchell, C.P. 1994. Wood biomass transportation systems. IEA/BA T9/A6, Report No. 2. Mississippi State University / New Zealand Forest Research Institute.

Bronson, L.F. 1994. Transportation and handling of wood for fuel from the forest to the utilization facility. IEA/BA T9/A6, Report No. 3. Mississippi State University / New Zealand Forest Research Institute.

Belli, M.L. 1994. Principals of fixed site comminution of bark and wood wastes at pulp mill and satellite woodyards in North America . IEA/BA T9/A6, Report No. 4. Mississippi State University / New Zealand Forest Research Institute.


1989-91 Task VI                                                                                                                             back to top

Mitchell, C.P. 1992. Biomass from conventional forestry. Biomass & Bioenergy 2(1-6): 97-104.

Task VI Activity 1                                                                                                                          back to top

Richardson, J. (Editor). 1991. Proceedings of a workshop on forest energy production as a means of improving silvicultural practice. Forestry Canada, Science Directorate. 31 p.

•  Richardson, J. Forest energy production as a means of improving silvicultural practice: the Canadian context. p. 1-5.

•  Van Raalte, G.D. Biomass supply from conventional forestry. p. 6-8.

•  Alexander, W.L. Forest bioenergy developments and silviculture benefits in Newfoundland. p. 9-13.

•  Booth, T.C. Restocking of conifer clearfell in the United Kingdom. p. 14-17.

•  Hudson, J.B., C.P. Mitchell and D.N.A. Gardner. Residue harvesting systems. p. 18-22.

•  Mård, H. and Å. Tham. Forest energy production as a means of improving silvicultural practice: the Swedish experience. p. 23-30.

Sabourin, M., Puttock, G.D. and Richardson, J. 1992. Forest management strategies for producing wood for energy from conventional forestry systems. Biomass & Bioenergy 2(1-6): 105-119.

Tham, Å. and Mård, H. (Editors). 1990. Changes to forest management and silvicultural techniques necessitated by forest energy production. Swedish Univ. of Agricultural Sciences, Dep. Of Forest Yield Research. Report No. 27. 153 p.

•  Booth, C. Management of small woods in the United Kingdom. p. 9-34.

•  Eriksson, H. Early results from a wood ash application experiment in central Sweden. p. 35-42.

•  Mård, H. and Å Tham. Thinning of birch in mixed stands of Norway spruce ( Picea abies (L.) Karst.) and birch ( Betula pendula Roth & B. pubescens Ehrh.). Comparison between whole-tree and conventional thinning. p. 43-58.

•  Möller, G. and F. Pettersson. Growth changes during the first five year period after whole-tree logging with and without nutritional compensation in three Swedish thinning experiments. p. 59-76.

•  Nykvist, N. The effects of harvesting branches and needles on soil and vegetation. p. 77-110.

•  Olsson, M. and L. Lundin. Determination of weathering rates and base cation budgets – an example from glacial till in central Sweden. p. 111-124.

•  Persson, H. and K. Ahlström. Fine-root development in forest stands subjected to liming and fertilization. p. 125-142.

•  Zundel, P. Modifications to conventional silvicultural practices following integrated full tree harvesting in eastern Canada. p. 143-153.    

Task VI Activity 2                                                                                                                         back to top

Hudson, J.B. and Twaddle, A. (Editors). 1989. Integrated harvesting systems workshop, New Orleans, USA, May 1989. IEA Report Aberdeen Univ. Forestry Research Paper 1989:3. 204 p.

Puttock, G.D. 1989. An international review of integrated harvesting systems. IEA Report Aberdeen University Forestry Research Paper 1989:4. 64 p.

Hudson, J.B. (Editor). 1990. Integrated harvesting systems workshop proceedings, Copenhagen, Denmark, May 1990. IEA Report Aberdeen University Forestry Research Paper 1990:2. 65 p.

Watson, W.F. and Twaddle, A. 1990. An international review of chain flail delimbing-debarking. IEA Report Aberdeen University Forestry Research Paper 1990:3. 28 p.

Hudson, J.B. (Editor). 1991. Integrated Harvesting Systems Workshop Proceedings, California, USA, June 3-7, 1991. Aberdeen University Forestry Research Paper 1991:2.

Hudson, J.B. and Mitchell, C.P. 1992. Database of equipment for use in integrated harvesting systems. Aberdeen University Forestry Research Paper 1992:3. 52 p.

Hudson, J.B. and Mitchell, C.P. 1992. Integrated harvesting systems. Biomass & Bioenergy 2(1-6): 121-130.

Kofman, P.D. (Compiler). N.d. Harvesting early thinnings for energy – national projects catalogue. Danish Institute of Forest Technology.

Brenoe, P.T. and Kofman, P.D. (Eds.). 1988. Harvesting early thinnings for energy – Final Report, December 1988. Danish Forest Research Institute.

Task VI Activity 3                                                                                                                                 back to top

Stokes, B.J. 1989. Harvesting small trees and forest residues. Proc. of an IEA/Bioenergy Agreement Task VI Activity 3 Symposium, June 5-7, 1989, Auburn University. 197 p.

Stokes, B.J. 1990. Harvesting small trees and forest residues. Proc. of workshop held in Copenhagen, Denmark, May 1990. 88 p.

FERIC n.d. A databank of transportation equipment for small trees and forest residues. 47 p.

Hartsough, B.R. and Stokes, B.J. 1990. A database of non-integrated North American methods forharvesting small trees and residues for energy. 22 p.

Axelsson, J. and Björheden, R. 1991. Truck systems for transportation of small trees and forest residues. 32 p.

Mölbak, I. and Kofman, P. 1991. Scandinavian chipping techniques – a computer database. 10 p.

Stokes, B.J. 1992. Harvesting small trees and forest residues. Biomass & Bioenergy 2(1-6): 131-147.

Task VI Activity A5                                                                                                              back to top

Stuart, W.B. (Ed.) 1987. Proceedings Workshop Harvesting Machines and Systems Evaluation. Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Dept. of Operational Efficiency, Garpenberg, Sweden. Uppsatser och Resultat No. 108.

Stuart, W.B. (Ed.) 1988. Proceedings Workshop Harvesting Machines and Systems Evaluation, June 1988. Virginia Polytechnic and State University, Dept. of Forestry, Blacksburg, Virginia.

Task VI Activity A6                                                                                                                  back to top        

Bengtsson, J. and H. Lundkvist (guest eds.). 1994. Papers presented at the IEA/BE workshop on “Ameliorative Practices for Restoring and Maintaining Long-term Productivity in Forests”. Asa, Växjö , Sweden , 1991. Forest Ecology and Management 66 (1-3). July 1994.

  • Smith, C.T., W.J. Dyck, P.N. Beets, P.D. Hodgkiss and A.T. Lowe. Nutrition and productivity of Pinus radiata following harvest disturbance and fertilization of coastal sand dunes. p. 5-39.

  • Proe, M.F. and J. Dutch. Impact of whole-tree harvesting on second-rotation growth of Sitka spruce: the first 10 years. p. 39-55.

  • Zabowski, D., M.F. Skinner, and P.T. Rygiewicz. Timber harvesting and long-term productivity: weathering processes and soil disturbance. p. 55-69.

  • Nöhrstedt H.-Ö., E. Ring, L. Klemedtsson, and ?. Nilsson. Nitrogen losses and soil water acidity after clear-felling of fertilized experimental plots in Pinus sylvestris stand. p. 69-87.

  • Bauhus, J. and K.J. Meiwes. Potential use of plant residue wastes in forests of northwestern Germany . p. 87-107.

  • Khanna, P.K., R.J. Raison, and R.A. Falkiner. Chemical properties of ash derived from Eucalyptus litter and its effects on forest soils. p. 107-127.

  • Clarholm, M. Granulated wood ash and a ‘N-free' fertilizer to a forest soil-effects on P availability. p. 127-137.

  • Henry, C.L., D.W. Cole and R.B. Harrison. Use of municipal sludge to restore and improve site productivity in forestry: The Pack Forest Sludge Research Program. p. 137-151.

  • Dutch, J. and R. Wostenholme. The effects of sewage sludge application to a heathland site prior to planting with Sitka spruce. p. 151-165.

  • Harrison, R., D. Xue, C. Henry and D.W. Cole. Long-term effects of heavy applications of biosolids on organic matter and nutrient content of a course-textured forest soil. p. 165-179.

  • McNabb, D.H. Tillage of compacted haul roads and landings in the boreal forests of Alberta Canada. p. 179-195.

Dyck, W.J., Mees , C.A. (Eds.), "Long term Field Trials to Assess Environmental Impacts of Harvesting"' Proceedings, IEA/BE T6/A6 Workshop , Florida , USA , February 1990. New Zealand Forest Research Institute, FRI Bulletin No. 161.

  • Squire, R.O., D.W. Flinn and R.G. Campbell. Silviculture Research for Sustained Wood Production and Biosphere Conservation in the Pine Plantations and Native Eucalypt Forests of South-eastern Australia . p. 3-29.

  • Gholz, H.L. and N.B. Comerford. Key Processes for Potential Monitoring in Long-term Field Studies of Forest Productivity: an Ecological Perspective. p. 29-39.

  • Shaw, C.H., H. Lundkvist, A. Moldenke and J. Boyle. The relationships of Soil Fauna to Long-term Forest Productivity in Temperate and Boreal Ecosystems: Processes and Research Strategies. p. 39-79.

  • Burger, J.A. and R.F. Powers. Field Designs for Testing Hypothesis in Long-term Site Productivity Studies. p. 79-107.

  • Mead, D.J., A.G.D. Whyte and R.C. Woollons. Designing Long-term Experiments to Study Harvesting Impacts. p. 107-125.

  • Allen, H.L., L.A. Morris and T. R. Wentworth. Productivity Comparisons Between Successive Loblolly Pine Rotations in the North Carolina Piedmont . p. 125-137.

  • Balneaves, J.M., M.F. Skinner and A.T. Lowe. Improving the Re-establishment of Radiata Pine on Impoverished soils in Nelson , New Zealand . p. 137-151.

  • Compton , J.E. and D.W. Cole. Impact of Harvest Intensity on Growth and nutrition of successive Rotations of Douglas-fir. p. 151-163.

  • Dyck, W.J., P.D. Hodgkiss, G.R. Oliver and C.A. Mees. Harvesting Sand-dune Forests: Impacts on Second-rotation Productivity. p. 163-177.

  • Everett, C.J. and S.C. Patterson. Effects of Phosphorous Fertilization at Planting on Loblolly Pine Fine Root Biomass at Age 20 Years. p. 177-187.

  • Ruark, G.A. and J.I. Blake. Conceptual Stand Model of Plant Carbon Allocation with Feedback Linkage to Soil Organic Matter Maintenance. p.187-199.

  • Senyk J.P. and R.B. Smith. Estimating Impacts of Forest Harvesting and Mechanical Site Preparation Practices on Productivity in British Columbia . p. 199-213.

Dyck, W.J. and Mees , C.A. (Eds.). “Impact of intensive harvesting on forest site productivity”. Proceedings, IEA/BE A3 Workshop, Furneaux Lodge, Marlborough Sounds New Zealand , March 1989. New Zealand Forest Research Institute, FRI Bulletin No. 159. 175 p.

  • Yarie, J. Role of Computer Models in Predicting the Consequences of Management on Forest Productivity. p. 3-19.

  • Jones, R.K. Role of Site Classification in Predicting the Consequences of Management on Forest Response. p. 19-39.

  • Raison, R.J., H. Keith and P.K. Khanna. Effects of Fire on the Nutrient-supplying Capacity of Forest Soils. p. 39-55.

  • Zabowski, D. Role of Mineral Weathering in Long-term Site Productivity. p. 55-73.

  • Balneaves, J.M. Maintaining Site Productivity in Second-rotation Crops-Canterbury Plains , New Zealand . p. 73-85.

  • Smethurst, P.J. and E.K.S. Nambiar. Effects of Contrasting Silvicultural Practices on Nitrogen Supply to Young Radiata Pine. p. 85-97.

  • Ruark, G.A. Nutrient Management Options for Forests Utilizing Ecosystem Storage - A Case. p. 97-111.

  • Binkley, D., R.F. Powers, J. Pastor, and K.J. Nadelhoffer. Protocol for Testing Measures of Nitrogen Availability in Forest Soils. p. 111-127.

  • Powers, R.F., D.H. Alban, G.A. Ruark and A.E. Tiarks A Soils Research Approach to Evaluating Management Impacts on Long-term Productivity. p. 127-147.

  • Hornbeck, J.W. Cumulative Effects of Intensive Harvest, Atmospheric Deposition, and Other Land Use Activities. p. 147-155.

  • Jacobson, M.A. Intensive Harvesting Information and its Effects on Industrial Forest Management Activities- A Manager's Point of View. p. 155-159.

  • Dyck, W.J. and D.W. Cole. Requirements for Site Productivity Research. p. 159-171.


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Dyck, W.J., Mees , C.A. (Eds.). Research Strategies for Long-term Site Productivity. Proceedings, IEA/BE A3 Workshop, Seattle , WA , August 1988. IEA/BE A3 Report No. 8. Forest Research Institute, New Zealand , Bulletin No. 152.

  • Cole, D.W. and H. Van Miergroet. Chronosequences: a technique to Assess Ecosystem Dynamics. p. 5-25.

  • Yarie, J. L.Viereck, K. Van Cleve and C.T. Dyrness. The Chronosequences as an Aid to Understanding the Long-term Consequences of Management Activities. p. 25-39.

  • Turvey , N.D. and P.J. Smethurst. Apparent Accumulation of Nitrogen in Soil Under Radiata Pine: Misleading Results from Chronosequence. p. 39-44.

  • Powers, R.F. Retrospective Studies in Perspective: Strengths and Weaknesses. p. 47-63.

  • Miller, R.E., J.W. Hazard, R.E. Bigley and T.A. Max. Some results and Design Considerations from a Long-term Study of Slash Burning Effects. p. 63-79.

  • Dyck, W.J. , C.A. Mees and N.B. Comerford. Medium-term Effects of Mechanical Site Preparation on Radiata Pine Productivity in New Zealand – A Retrospective Approach. p. 79-93.

  • Weetman, G. F. Graphical Vector Analysis Technique for Testing Stand Nutritional Status. p. 93-111.

  • Williams, T.M., A.A. Alm and A.C. Mace Jr. Fifteen-year Jack Pine Growth on Full-tree harvesting Experiments in Northeastern Minnesota. p. 111-123.

  • Andersson, F.O. and H. Lundkvist. Long-term Swedish Field Experiments in Forest Management Practices and Site Productivity. p. 125-139.

  • Zabowski, D. Lysimeter and Centrifuge Soil Solutions: A Comparison of Methods and Objectives. p. 139-149.

  • Kurz, W. A. Significance of Shifts in Carbon Allocation Patterns for Long-term Site Productivity Research, p. 149-165.

  • Rosén, K. Influence of Nitrogen and Sulphur Deposition on Base Cation Supply in Managed Forests. p. 165-173.

  • Snowdon , P. and P.K. Khanna. Nature of Growth Responses in Long-term Field Experiments with Special Reference to Pinus Radiata . p. 173-187.

  • Proe, M.F. and B.L. Williams. Long-term Effects of Nitrogen Fertilizer on Corsican Pine. p. 187-201.

  • Skinner, M.F., G. Murphy, E.D. Robertson and J.G. Firth. Deleterious Effects of Soil Disturbance on Soil Properties and the Subsequent Early Growth of Second-rotation Radiata Pine. p. 201-213.

  • Hunter, I. R., J. D. Graham, and J. A. C. Hunter. Whole-tree Thinning of Radiata Pine – Early ffects on Growth. p. 213-221.

  • Morris, L.A. Long-term Productivity Research in the U.S. Southeast: Experience and Future Directions. p. 221-237.

  • Kimmins, J.P. Projecting Our Experience of the Past to Give Us a Vision of the Future: The Need for an Appropriate Research Strategy. p. 237-251.

Williams, T.M. and C.A. Gresham (Eds.). 1988. Predicting consequences of intensive forest harvesting on long-term productivity by site classification. IEA / BE Project A3, Report No. 6. Baruch Forest Science Institute of Clemson University , Georgetown , S.C. USA .


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Lawrence , M.E. 1986. Optimal bucking: a review of the literature. New Zealand Forest Research Institute Report No. 1, June 1986.

Lawrence , M.E. 1986. Proceedings of the Technical Group Meeting, 6-7 March, 1986. Report No. 2, September 1986. New Zealand Forest Research Institute.

Twaddle, A.A. (Ed.). 1987. Proceedings of the Technical Group Meeting, 11-15 May 1987. Report No. 3 (2 volumes), August 1987. New Zealand Forest Research Institute.

Nylinder, M. 1987. Review of bucking algorithms, saw simulation programs etc. in Sweden . Report No. 4, October 1987. New Zealand Forest Research Institute.

Goulding, C.J. 1988. Harvesting whole trees with processing and log allocation in the forest to conventional and energy products. Proceedings of Technical Group Meeting, June 6-10, 1988. Report No. 6. New Zealand Forest Research Institute.