Reduced Impact Logging

Reduced Impact Logging (RIL) is a forestry practice aimed at minimizing damage to the surrounding environment during timber extraction. Unlike traditional logging methods, RIL involves careful planning and execution to protect the ecosystem. This includes selecting specific trees to cut, using lightweight machinery, and creating designated paths for equipment to follow. The goal is to maintain the forest's health and biodiversity, reduce soil erosion, and promote regeneration of the area after logging. Ultimately, RIL supports sustainable forest management while allowing for timber production.