trending operations" often refers to silvicultural practices like tending, which includes activities like weeding, pruning, thinning, and climber cutting. These operations are crucial for improving the growth, health, and quality of forest crops, especially in the early stages. 

Elaboration:

Tending Operations:

These are a group of silvicultural treatments that are regularly applied in the early stages of forest crop development to enhance growth and form. 

Weeding:

This involves removing competing vegetation to reduce resource competition, creating a more favorable environment for the target trees. 

Pruning:

This involves removing unwanted branches to improve the quality of the timber and the overall tree structure. 

Thinning:

This involves selectively removing trees to improve growth conditions, increase light penetration, and enhance the quality of the remaining trees. 

Climber Cutting: