2020 started off as a bright year for the hardwood industry. Tariffs with China were ending, and that caused quick prices increases to hardwoods, especially red oak. Than Covid hit in March. It took about two months for its affects to finally hit the hardwood market. When […]
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NOT ALL TREES ARE GOOD
You say, common, not all trees are good? You may not have noticed but a new “tree” in town has shown up over the last 10 years. While I knew it was new to town, I had become blind to how much it was spreading and what […]
Read moreTIME FOR TREES TO GROW
As I sit here sniffling from tree pollen, I am thinking about what trees are doing right now. I like to tell people that the forestry consulting business is a “growing” business. Trees are actively putting out leaves, flowers and eventually fruit to carry out their life […]
Read moreAre timber sales good for turkey hunting?
I work with clients with different goals. A common goal with a timber sale is to make sure it does not negatively affect their hunting. With turkey season just around the corner, let me discuss this concern. The most effect a timber sale can have on turkey […]
Read moreTiming is important
In real estate, timing is important. Especially with rural property. I have talked to many professionals who list farms. When I ask them what is your busiest time to show property. They all say its just after the first of the year. Why, because deer season, holidays […]
Read moreNew Years Resolutions
“As the new year begins we are often asked what are our new years resolutions will be. While most of the items we want to resolve or change are personal, its not a bad idea to consider resolving to better manage the resources we own. One of […]
Read moreTax Tips for Forest Landowners
So you had a timber sale and not sure what to do about the taxes? Most of my clients think they should claim it as personal income. In most cases this would not be wise. The sale of timber is considered long term capital gains as long […]
Read moreIts a great time to evaluate your woodland!
Forest management for me is a year round job. While I have adapted to all the hot and cold days, most landowners tend to wait until the most desirable time of October and November to walk their land. Its a great time to be out in creation […]
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