Application of Grey System Theory to tree growth prediction

Abstract

Based on Grey System theory, tree growth prediction models are developed by using 202 temporary plots and 206 stem analysis trees of Dahurian larch (Larix gemlinii Rupr.) in 10 forestry bureaus of Yakeshi Forestry Administrative Bureau in Daxing’an Mountains of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. By residual and posterior tests, their precisions are qualified. With several data, tree growth can be predicted using Grey System models. For DBH and volume, the fitting results of Grey System models are better than that of statistical models.

Keywords

The Grey System / Tree growth prediction / Dahurian larch Plantations

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