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Author(s):
Robert B. Rummer
Year Published:

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Topic(s):
Fuels
Fuel Treatments & Effects
Mechanical treatments

NRFSN number: 14937
FRAMES RCS number: 6172
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Mastication, or mulching, is a mechanical fuel treatment that changes the structure and size of fuels in the stand. This fact sheet describes the kinds of equipment available, where mastication should be used, and treatment factors affecting cost.

Citation

Rummer, Robert B. 2004. Fuels planning: science synthesis and integration; economic uses fact sheet 01: mastication treatments and costs. Research Note RMRS-RN-20-1-WWW. Fort Collins, CO: USDA Forest Service, Rocky Mountain Research Station. 2 p.

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