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What you are asking is the basis for most discussion and research on this subject. Are we helping or harming? It is not a simple question. Virtually all organisums can be optimized. Accomplishing that takes knowledge and an understanding of what is being used to define, good and bad. When...

In some situations I suppose, but it is more complex and diverse. I have witnessed stands of relatively young Ponderosa pine on properties within the forest interface that have noticeably healthier growth than neighboring stands. The only thing different was lower dead wood removal. I...

Young trees, even slow growers like oak, change and respond quickly. Dead wood in them just gets in the way of that growth and development.

Mick, I also work for people but I care for trees. After a lifetime of doing so, trees have earned my respect. They are marvelous organisms and I will always advocate for their well being. When pushed by circumstances, I will cut way more than is good for them if it means they get to live. A...

It is a complex subject in which answers will be dependent on the specificity of the situation in question. "Dead wood is the life of the forest" Is a well known and accepted phrase. Being a natural component of the ecosystem, it is utilized in many ways that are beneficial to trees...

As you wish, but my thought was it would inspire you to be a little more specific as to exactly what it is you are hoping to answer.

My thought is... what a loaded way to phrase those questions.