sustained yield
"Sustained yield" is a concept in ecology and resource management aimed at balancing resource extraction with natural replenishment to ensure long-term availability.
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Definition
C1Ecology
(technical, academic)The maximum rate at which a renewable resource can be harvested without reducing its future availability.
Example
- Proper management ensures the sustained yield of fish populations in the lake.
C1Forestry
(technical, academic)Harvesting timber at a rate that matches the forest's natural growth to maintain a continuous supply.
Example
- The forest management plan is designed to achieve a sustained yield of wood products.
C1Resource Management
(technical, academic)A strategy to ensure resource extraction levels do not exceed natural replenishment rates.
Example
- Sustained yield practices are crucial for the long-term health of groundwater reserves.