Selling Mill Direct: How to Make the Most from Your Standing Timber

Buskirk Lumber employee cuts down a marked tree with a handheld chainsaw.

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

Closeup of a stack of harvested timber logs in front of a woodlot.

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 […]