Forest Mensuration, authored by John A. Kershaw, enters its fifth edition as a comprehensive guide to measuring forest vegetation and products. This essential resource, published by Wiley-Blackwell on November 1, 2016, is identified by the ISBN-13: 978-1118902004 and spans an unspecified print length. The book delves into the science of measurement applied to forests, intertwining principles from geometry, sampling theory, ecology, and practical field experience. It emphasizes the importance of forest mensuration in both basic ecological research and sustainable forest management, addressing growing demands on global forest resources.

This edition has been meticulously updated to incorporate traditional and emerging topics, ensuring compatibility with SI and Imperial units. A significant reorganization from its predecessor integrates non-timber and ecological aspects across scales—from tree to landscape levels—providing a holistic approach. New chapters are dedicated to the integration of remotely sensed data in forest inventory processes and methods for measuring dead and downed wood.

A unifying theme throughout the text is the use of covariates to enhance sampling efficiency and spatial specificity, highlighted in the introductory statistics chapter. The sampling designs chapter has been restructured to build a strong foundation in this approach. The book also features new examples that address current issues and international practices, making it an invaluable resource for professionals and students alike.

Explore the complexities of forest mensuration with Forest Mensuration, fifth edition, and discover how measurement science can inform sustainable forest management and ecological research.