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The **permanent sample plot** is a circular sampling unit that covers an area of 400 m2. For each tree, the species, diameter, defoliation of softwoods and the quality of hardwoods are observed and measured. Some of these stems are the subject of further studies in order to know their height and age. Finally, other surveys make it possible to identify the ecological characteristics of the station where the plot is located, whether at ground level or undergrowth plants. 

Since 1970, **more than 12,000 permanent sample plots have been established ** and are monitored decennial. This data is an invaluable source of information on the growth and evolution of forests in Quebec, a source that is enriched each time additional measures are added. In particular, they are used to establish forest growth rates, describe past changes, and model forest evolution. 

This database covers almost all of the territory south of the 52nd parallel of Quebec's public and private forest. 

__ ⚠️ Note:__ Notice to people who want to use the permanent sample plots for training needs or for sampling of any kind. Please contact the Forest Inventory Directorate at 📩
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                  <gmd:LocalisedCharacterString locale="#fra">__Le lien : *Accéder au répertoire de données* est disponible à la section *Fiches descriptives du jeu de données ; Informations complémentaires*__.


La **placette-échantillon permanente** est une unité d'échantillonnage circulaire qui couvre une superficie de 400 m2. On y observe et mesure pour chaque arbre l'essence, le diamètre, la défoliation des résineux et la qualité des feuillus. Certaines de ces tiges font l'objet d'études plus poussées afin de connaître leur hauteur et leur âge. Enfin, d'autres relevés permettent d'identifier les caractéristiques écologiques de la station où se trouve la placette, que ce soit au niveau du sol ou des plantes de sous-bois. 

Depuis 1970, **plus de 12 000 placettes-échantillons permanentes ont été établies** et font l'objet d'un suivi décennal. Ces données constituent une source inestimable d'information sur la croissance et l'évolution des forêts du Québec, source qui s'enrichit chaque fois que s'ajoutent des mesures supplémentaires. Elles servent notamment à établir les taux de croissance de la forêt, à en décrire les changements passés et à en modéliser l'évolution. 

Cette base de données couvre la quasi-totalité du territoire au sud du 52e parallèle de la forêt publique et privée du Québec. 

__⚠️ Note :__ Avis aux personnes qui souhaitent utiliser les placettes-échantillons permanentes pour des besoins de formation ou des prélèvements de toute nature. Veuillez communiquer avec la Direction des inventaires forestiers à 📩
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