There are three primary types of harvesting utilized in Maine. Which is most suitable for a given harvest depends on variety of factors including terrain, forest type, timing of harvest, and landowner goals.
Read MoreThe most general goal of good forest management is to create a healthy, vigorous forest which will sustainably produce quality forest products over time. A landowner may also as a primary or secondary goal have in mind the creation or maintenance of quality habitat for various wildlife species.
Read More. . . the MFS does not have the data required to present examples of volumes harvested in relation to stumpage received for harvested timber, and the volumes and values remaining in the residual stand. We do!
Read MoreIn a study by Tom Ebner and Bob Daniels in the fall 2006 issue of the Southeastern Forester compared a professionally marked stand versus one that was thinned by a logger.
Read MoreA fiduciary is one who has the power and responsibility to act for another. So, let’s begin with the definition of fiduciary.
Read MoreWe don’t sell your timber to just anyone.
Read MoreTo begin we only work with loggers and other buyers who have good reputations.
Read MoreWhat is the worst thing you can do to a forest? Many would think the answer is clearcutting, but there’s something even worse – high grading.
Read MoreAccording to recent media reports, the markets for Maine’s timber are terrible. That’s not an accurate picture, however.
Read MoreThere are two important factors in forest land management that are often overlooked by owners: a business plan, and keeping good financial records.
Read MoreThere has been very little scientific research on whether private forestry consultants actually generate higher timber prices for their clients. Anecdotal evidence abounds.
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