PYMOD: A forecasting model for conifer plantations in the tropical highlands of Eastern Africa

Abstract

Softwood plantations exeeding 200,000 ha. exist in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Malawi, mostly comprised of Pinus patula, P. radiata and Cupressus lusitanica. A model to forecast growth and management of this resource is described. The model is in a FORTRAN computer programme called PYMOD.

Citation

Alder, D. PYMOD: A forecasting model for conifer plantations in the tropical highlands of Eastern Africa. (1978)

PYMOD: A forecasting model for conifer plantations in the tropical highlands of Eastern Africa

Published 1 January 1978