FAQs
Q. What is the best way to sell timber?
A. The best way to sell timber is by hiring a forester and having a Sealed Bid Timber Sale. By using this method you will know exactly how many trees are for sale, how much volume is for sale, what the trees are worth, and you will be paid in full before any trees are cut. Sale notices will be sent to every licensed buyer within a 100 - 150 mile radius of the sale area assuring that every possible buyer is notified. The forester will also administer the sale, provide the timbersale contract, and make sure the harvest is completed according to the terms in the contract.
Q.How do I know if I have trees ready to be harvested and what are they worth?
A. Call a professional forester. Have a forester walk through your woods and give you an idea whether you have trees ready for harvest and what type of quality is in your woods.
This consultation is free and usually only takes a couple of hours depending on the size of the woodland.
Q. Will there be a lot of damage, or will my woods look bad after the harvest?
A. When removing large trees from a forest stand there will always be some damage such as limbs knocked out of adjacent trees, small trees skinned, an occasional top knocked out of a smaller tree, and even a smaller tree being knocked over by the felling of a larger one. These types of damages are acceptable and expected. However, this damage is very minimal and has little impact on the future value of the forest stand.
Q. What should I plant to attract more deer?
A. We recommend a combination of both perennials such as clover and chicory as well as annuals such as soybeans, peas, oats and brassicas. |
