15 - Australian Pine Slash (Photo 2) - Click on image to enlarge

Australian heavy Radiata Pine slash. (Both photos 14 & 15 are the same site) When pulp prices are low, the slash loads increase. It is very difficult to get a good photo of a mound when surrounded by slash. All that gets emphasized in the picture is the slash. There is an excellent planting spot by "Neil's" left boot in photo #15 and right boot in #14. This site has fine textured soils with coarse fragments and receives a lot of wind damage. Protection from the wind will be assisted by leaving slash in place as shown. The maintaining of moisture while discouraging erosion and encouraging soil rebuilding will also be greater. Review photo #4. That may not be the best treatment for this site. Suggested cost $0.30-$0.35 per spot.