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Private
Landowners
Careful
planning, and finding the help you need before you need
it, can make all the difference at harvest time. The timber
on your land may well represent one of the largest financial
transactions you'll ever make. It is a complex undertaking
that you must plan for in advance.
Here are some steps that landowners can take to
ensure that the timber sale will be painless and profitable.
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Choosing
a Quality Logger: Picking a professional logger is one
of the most important steps you'll take when  selling
your timber. Our ALP program can help you find the right logger
for your area.
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Develop
a Management Plan: Remember, a
well-planned logging operation can enhance wildlife habitat,
maintain clean water, and be financially profitable. A well-developed
management plan can help your forest become an increasingly
valuable and enjoyable investment for the future
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Work
with A Forester: The National Forestry Association provides
a forester referral service for landowners in all fifty states.
The goal of professional loggers and foresters is to establish
a long-term relationship, based on stewardship and
sustainability.
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What
to Cut: Determine which trees you will sell based on your
long-term objectives for your property.
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Know
the Value: Know how much timber
you will be selling and what it is likely to be worth in a
competitive market.
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Face
to Face: Arrange a face-to-face
meeting at the sale site between yourself, your logger, and
your forester, if you hired one. Nothing beats a good, honest,
in-place discussion of details and responsibilities.
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Have
a Written Contract: Once you've selected a buyer for your
timber, it's important to enter into a written contract for
your timber sale.
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