Learn How to Identify Different Hardwood Trees in Michigan
Do you know what kind of hardwoods are in your woodlot? With over 19 million acres of forest cover, Michigan is home to a variety of different hardwood species. And of those species, some of the most valuable are maple, oak, walnut, and cherry. In this blog post, we help you identify the most valuable […]
A Guide to Maple Standing Timber: Identification & Harvesting From Your Woodlot in Michigan
Michigan is one of the most forested states in the country, with approximately 53% of its land area covered with forests. One of its most common tree species? Maples! In this blog post, we help you identify the most common maples, their characteristics, and their value when sustainably harvested from your private land! Identifying Maple […]
Timber Appraisal: Determining the Value of Your Standing Timber
Find out what the timber on your property is worth and profit from your woodlot! Your private land may hold a potential treasure that’s often underestimated—the trees in your woodlot. If you’re a landowner with a desire to understand the true worth of your standing timber and explore the possibility of selling timber, you’re in […]
8 Ways to Make Money From Your Raw Land
With over 19.3 million acres of forest land covering 53% of the state, Michigan is home to a vast timberland acreage—the fifth largest in the entire United States! (Michigan.gov) As a new owner of private forested land, there are a few ways you can make passive income off your new investment, including timber harvesting, raising […]
Knowing Your Woodlot: Hardwoods vs. Softwoods
Do you know what type of timber you have in your woodlot? And how can you tell the difference between hardwood and softwood? Telling the difference between the trees in your woodlot is simpler than it may seem. And once you can tell the difference, you’ll be able to determine just how much your timber […]
Selling Mill Direct: How to Make the Most from Your Standing Timber
If you own a large woodlot, selling your standing timber can make you a significant profit and helps you accomplish land management goals. But what gives you the most direct profit? Selling directly to a sawmill ensures that the most money goes to you, and not to third parties—read on to learn more! How It […]
When to Harvest Your Timber: A Guide for Landowners
With sustainable practices, harvesting your timber not only helps you profit from your woodlot, but promotes the natural succession of younger trees in your woodlot and keeps your forests healthy for years to come. Harvesting your timber at the right time and using the right harvesting method are key to accomplishing these goals! Methods of […]
