Implementing sweet chestnut trees in belgian agroforestry systems - Jalokastanjapuiden hyödyntäminen belgian agrometsätaloudessa ...

Chestnut trees have been cultivated for centuries in Europe. The mountainous countries of the south are traditionally the largest producers of chestnuts in Europe. Although remaining a marginal crop, several chestnut industries have recently developed successfully in less rugged areas. Chestnuts are economically important species. The European chestnut (Castanea sativa) is native to southern Europe, Asia and North Africa. Its large crown can reach a height of 30 m and more over its 250 to 500 years. The Japanese chestnut (C. crenata) is a tree that has been introduced to Europe because of its... Mehr ...