A More General Dynamic Model of the Optimal Rotation of Forests

Authors

Donald L. Snyder, Utah State UniversityFollow
R. N. Bhattacharyya

Document Type

Article

Journal/Book Title/Conference

The Indian Economic Journal

Volume

18

Issue

2

Publication Date

1-1-1990

First Page

168

Last Page

175

Abstract

A deterministic optimal control model is presented for a multiple-use forest, with specific consideration given to provision and maintenance costs associated with a flow of nontimber values. A relatively simple relationship is found which determines the optimal rotation length for such a forest.

Recommended Citation

Snyder, D.L., and R.N. Bhattacharyya. A More General Dynamic Model of the Optimal Rotation of Forests. Journal of Environmental Economics and Management 18(2, March 1990):168-75.