The best practices of eucalyptus planting guarantee a production with good results at the time of harvest.
Many producers are wrong, based on common sense about these tree species, and end up not achieving what was expected in their production.
Despite its easy adaptation, the land needs to be prepared for planting eucalyptus.
In addition, it is necessary to understand more about the species and their characteristics to know the destination of sales of the product and also to adapt to the climate of the region.
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Eucalyptus plantation should be far from urban areas
It seems a bit obvious, but it’s not. Many think that eucalyptus can be planted anywhere because of its easy adaptation.
The reality is that trees develop easily regardless of the terrain, be it flat, with decline, in short, this is true.
However, many forget that the tree needs a large extension of land to gain the leafy appearance that the producer wants. Hence the need to take these seedlings to more rural regions, where there are more open fields for planting.
There is a great demand for eucalyptus in the market and giving space for the trees to develop is the secret to making a profit from this production.
Make room for porters
Cutting is a long-awaited moment for the producer. After all, the whole team worked since the preparation of the ground to achieve good results.
Therefore, in order to make it easier to cut the trees, the producer needs to think about the access of the porters.
It is necessary to open gaps between the rows to facilitate the moment of cutting.
Even before planting starts, it is necessary to open spaces between the rows, free areas for carriers to access at the time of cutting. These spaces must lead from the planting area to the property without access problems.
As we said, trees need space to reach their full potential. For this, it is necessary to open gaps of 5 meters between the rows.
Of course, the spacing can change according to the purpose of the eucalyptus, as those used for firewood or charcoal need smaller spacing than those used for slicing and laminating wood. So, pay attention to the specifics of the species you planted.
Choice of eucalyptus species
You cannot produce eucalyptus for the purpose of selling the same type to make furniture and firewood, for example. This is because there are more than seven hundred species of eucalyptus in the world.
The choice of eucalyptus species for planting is important to be defined according to the purpose of the sale.
Among the most used for commercialization we have those that are better adapted to different purposes. So, so that the producer doesn’t get frustrated, he needs to have a plan about the destination he wants for his production.
For example, the five main species of eucalyptus are cloeziana, grandis, citriodora, saligna and urophylla.
These species are for, respectively, civil construction and rural areas, sawmills and lamination, oil, furniture posts, biomass fuel and cleaning products; posts, packaging, floors, rafters, furniture and beams, production of iron, pulp, steel and paper.
These are just a few examples encompassing the most planted species in our country. And as we could see, they are selected by the products according to the destination he wants for sale.
So, it is very important to study the market first and understand the characteristics of the eucalyptus you want to produce. Issues such as density, for example, can mean more suitability for furniture manufacturing.
Preparation of the planting area
Although eucalyptus is practical to grow because it adapts easily, this does not mean that the soil does not need preparation. It is important to ensure that the land where the planting will be carried out has received adequate cleaning.
It is important that the land where the planting will be carried out is properly cleaned.
The purpose of cleaning is to remove weeds, pests, in addition to being followed by subsoiling with phosphate fertilizer.
Thus, the land is prepared to receive the eucalyptus plantation without compromising the health of the plantation and its growth.
Pay attention to the weather
The climate is also an important factor when we talk about eucalyptus. In general terms, the rainy seasons are very favorable to start eucalyptus plantations.
This is because the seedlings need more moisture to reach their growth potential. So, when planting in the rainy season, the seedlings are able to establish themselves better in the soil and there are fewer losses related to root death, which avoids losses for the producer.
Added to this, it is true that the eucalyptus tree adapts well to any region. However, it is interesting to research on species that are more likely to grow according to the characteristics of the climate in your region.
For example, hot weather, fertile soil, may be suitable for planting Eucalyptus Saligna Smith, and so on. This way, you avoid losses at the time of cutting, because the trees will have found more suitable environments to grow healthy.
These are the best practices when it comes to planting eucalyptus. Despite being a more practical choice for development, care must be taken to ensure that the conditions are favorable for the growth of the plantation.
Industries are very interested in eucalyptus wood
Know that what is not lacking today is a market for selling eucalyptus and many factories buy from producers even before the cut is made. This shows how there is demand in different sectors, one of the reasons that make eucalyptus attract the attention of producers.
Many even use eucalyptus plantations to guarantee their retirement, for example, as a kind of investment. In this case, it is even more relevant to learn as much as possible about the subject, especially if the producer does not have much experience in the area.
Try to follow these tips when planting eucalyptus in your region, so that there is success when making the cut and getting the most out of it.
See below two different eucalyptus cutting systems:
Cut with chainsaw. Source: Eron da Silva
Cut with Feller John Deere 634K. Source: The Heavy Machines
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