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| Summary: In this study, growth and development characteristics of Anatolian black pine natural saplings in Korucuk Plateau location under the same habitat conditions were analysed by Honowski Light Factor. In this context, 4 sample plots in size of 7500 m2 (50X150 m) were constructed. In two of the four sample plots final cutting were done and two of them were in the period of overhead release felling. Two sample plots were chosen from sunny aspect and the others were from shady aspect. Within the scope of the study, maximum numbers of the individuals with the best and better growth potential were included in the shady aspect where the final cuttings were done. However, maximum numbers of the individuals with the bad and the worst growth potential were included in the sunny aspect where the final cuttings were unrealized. Among the reasons for this distribution to occur in this way can be counted as not having an equal amount of individuals in the sampling areas. Therefore, the competition among individuals, especially in the sunny aspect, was limiting in the growth and development of individuals. When evaluated in this context, it was revealed that the number of individuals in the stand should be taken into consideration while adjusting the light intensity in silvicultural applications.The use of the Honowski Light Factor values in the determination of the light needs of the saplings in black pine natural regeneration studies reveals that it can be useful in the numerical evaluation of the assessments. Obtained results showed that, application of the canopy closure as in the degree of 0.2-0.3 should be better for obtaining better dimeter-height growth ratios in natural saplings. On the other hand, it will be possible to reach more qualitative data when the studies on this subject are expanded to include the natural distribution areas of Anatolian black pine. Key Words: Honowski Light Factor, Natural Regeneration, Black Pine, Vitality, Final Cutting, Overhead Release Felling. | |||||||||||||||||||||