12 Jul 2017

French Oak Forests

For centuries, the French Government has overseen the management of forests in northern and central France. This has been done in France like no other region in the world.  The “Futaie” system of sylviculture—a careful thinning out of trees to cultivate those of the highest quality—results in the best oak wood in the world. These trees are prized for its fine grain, purity and rare...

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