A forest condition where the density and size of trees completely utilize the site's resources, leaving no wasted growing space. Foresters measure this using basal area or stem count per acre against regional stocking guides. Stands below this level are understocked and yield less timber, while overstocked stands suffer from stunted growth due to excessive competition.
Heard on the job
We need to thin block four because it's way past fully-stocked and the crowns are starting to suffer.