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improving and expanding values from timberlands of the State. A team of forest scientists is investigating problems of growing and protecting the timberland crop, while wood scientists endeavor to make the most of the material produced. The current report stems from studies of forest management. PURPOSE... Develop the full potential of Oregon's timber resource by: increasing productiveness of forest lands with improved practices. improving timber quality through intensified management and selec-tion of superior trees. reducing losses from fire, insects, and diseases--thus saving tim-her for products and jobs. Keep development of the forest resource in harmony with development of other Oregon resources. PROGRAM..