trees by removing or killing competing and undesirable 

 vegetation, (d) site preparation for natural reseeding, 

 (e ) fencing, (f) erosion control measures on logging roads 

 and trails, (g) firebreaks for woodland protection, and 

 (h) ponds for woodland protection. The area must be 

 protected from destructive fire. Where seedlings are 

 present or needed, the area must be protected from 

 destructive grazing. 



Practice H-3 . Improvement of forest trees on private 

 lands for beautification-conservation purpose. — This 

 practice provides for forest tree improvement on private 

 lands for beautification benefits to the public. Approved 

 conservation methods will be used to enhance the aesthetic 

 quality and improve the natural resources of the land. 

 Area near roads or other travelways that are visible to 

 the traveling public are eligible. Technical assistance 

 shall be utilized and the practice must be carried out 

 in accordance with technical forestry standards for 

 Practice B-10, as prepared by the Forest Service, copies 

 of which are available at the county ASCS offices. 

 Federal cost-sharing may be allowed for any of the 

 following measures: (a) thinning and/or weeding of a 

 stand of trees and control competitive brush or under- 

 cover in a stand of trees, (b) pruning remaining trees, 

 and (c) slash reduction. The area must be protected from 



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