This document summarizes the steps involved in conducting a timber sale on private woodland property. It outlines selecting a forester to create a stewardship plan, having the timber appraised, drafting a contract with loggers, and supervising the sale. The goals of a timber sale can include income generation from wood products, improving forest health, wildlife habitat, and recreation. Proper planning and supervision ensures the sale meets landowner goals while protecting the environment.
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Harvesting & Selling Timber Oct 2009
1. Woodland Advisor Workshop Series Angela S. Gupta & Lance Sorensen University of Minnesota Extension & MN DNR Division of Forestry
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Hinweis der Redaktion
Angie Please ask questions as we go.
Angie Overview of the presentation.
Angie Outline and give examples of reasons for a possible sale.
Lance Veneer – the highest grade of quality, many different grades; domestic and export. Lumber is graded by appearance not strength. The poorest side is graded. National Hardwood Lumber Association determines the grade rules. Lower grades used for pallets and tie cuts. Prices are surveyed by Hardwood Marketing groups and published weekly by region. Housing starts and remodeling demand.
Angie Discuss forester options. DNR as first likely choice. Consulting forester other choice (although limited availability and most work closely/directly with DNR). DNR charges 13%, can mark sale but cannot help select logger or act as landowner agent. Consulting foresters 10-20% of net sale price. Explain a “walk through.”
Lance – Stewardship prices Backlog Tax programs
Lance – Prices of Stewardship plans?????
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Angie Pine thinning – basal area or row
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Angie Will discuss contracts in more dept shortly. DNR foresters offer limited services
Angie Why and how do you select a logger? Pros and Cons.
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Angie Harvest timing : ground conditions (low, wet soils), pest problems (oak wilt) Scaling techniques : If the wood is to be scaled on the landing: who will scale it, how often… Slash removal : left on the landing for landowner use/firewood, distributed back in the woods… Site damage : repercussions, monetary/fix problems. Identify likely trouble areas and plan for them…. Other concerns and issues : Harvesting during hunting season?...