Assessments regarding natural forest regeneration of beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) stands located in Niraj and Târnava Mică superior basins

Forest regeneration has always been of crucial importance, because it ensures the continuity of the forest. The goal of being sustainable in the process of managing the forest includes the need for wide spread naturally regenerated stands. The paper presents different aspects regarding the natural regeneration process in an area located in the superior basin of the Niraj and Târnava Mică rivers. It follows the evolution of different phases like fructification, seedling emergence and development, variation of the seedling number, seedling growth, all influenced by local environmental conditions. Conclusions drawn from the research can serve to better implement specific treatments, completing the understanding of specific influences caused by local environmental conditions. A structured, well regenerated forest can fulfill it’s function and this aspect is of critical importance today, because the new forest has to cover both production demands and an ever growing need for social and environmental services.