Forest management using remote sensing and GIS in Barbatpur range, Betul forest division

Forest management is defined as the practical application of the scientific, technical and economic principles to forestry. Working plan is the key document to accomplish well-defined descriptive, prescriptive activities of forest management. In the present study, the role of remote sensing and GIS in forest management has been investigated. Qualitative and quantitative analysis have been made (forest cover type with overall accuracy 83.17%; average volume per ha 66.2 m3; total growing stock 119217.95 m3and total number of bamboo culms 9228416). Suitable sites for afforestation and joint forest management have been identified. The prescriptions for various forest stands in context with management working circles have also been made.