Spatial restrictions in harvest scheduling

Forest resource use has traditionally been multifaceted. In order to ensure that these resources continue to be available for use by current and futur e generations, sustainable management practices are essential for striking a balance between the varied and often competing demands associated with fo rest use. This has meant that analysis incorporate specific objectives and considerations aimed at minimizing the impacts of forest activities. One su ch management planning approach has been the inclusion of spatial restricti ons in harvest scheduling analysis. This article reviews two basic harvest scheduling models which may be used for imposing spatial restrictions. Dist inctions between the alternative methods are highlighted and operational co nsiderations are discussed. This article establishes and outlines priority areas for future harvest scheduling research.