Arboriculture Terms

vascular connection extending from the base of latent buds inward to near the pith. Often accompanied by altered wood grain. Grows in length with each annual increment and appears as a thin. continuous line when viewed in longitudinal section.

itemized estimate of expected income and expenses for a given period in the future used to allocate resources to programs and activates; a management plan for meeting the organization’s goals and objectives.

the process of compiling. reviewing. and approving a budget. usually taking place over several months.