Effects of target diameter cutting on oak recruitment in a multilayered mixed conifer-broadleaved stand in southern Sweden

Key Points

• Increased oak recruitment occurs with specific target diameters, enhancing forest biodiversity and stability.
• Target diameter cutting led to a 30% increase in oak saplings across measured areas.
• Observational analysis across mixed conifer-broadleaved stands in southern Sweden highlights forest management strategies.
• Results suggest that adjusting cutting methods may improve oak population sustainability, warranting further investigation.