Forestry mulching nourishes the soil.

Unlike traditional techniques of land clearing, mulching does not push over trees and cause disturbance to the soil structure, increasing soil erosion. Mulch covers the topsoil and protects it from the natural forces that cause soil erosion such as high winds or rainstorms. 

Forestry mulching is a property improvement that also helps prevent soil erosion and also acts as a fire buffer. Mulching also aids with pasture restoration, raises PH levels and lowers soil acidity, making it a benefit to the soil in addition to creating a more desirable landscape.

What is forestry mulching, and why is it done?

In general, mulching is the process of covering the soil’s surface with different types of material to suppress weed growth, preserve moisture, reduce soil deterioration, and supply nourishment. Mulch material is either organic and composed of formerly living materials like grass clippings, wood chips, shredded bark, sawdust, chopped leaves, compost, and paper, or man made components including synthetic fabrics and black plastic. It is a form of silviculture, or the practice of controlling the growth of wooded areas. It encourages the growth of desirable vegetation and eliminates the less desirable.