Natural resource sampling

Natural Resource Sampling provides comprehensive coverage of sampling methodology applicable to natural resources such as: simple random, stratified, systematic, multi-phase, and multi-stage.

It also includes cluster sampling, ratio, regression, and difference estimation.

The book presents a detailed introduction to the modern technologies of remote sensing, geographic information, and global positioning systems and shows how to design cost-effective sample surveys.

It reflects the broadening of the spectrum of the field from pure forestry to a natural ecosystem approach with a forestry emphasis.