Resources

Soil Association Map of Michigan

Published on February 4, 2016
A wall map displaying soil types in Michigan.
Pheromone Traps and the Gypsy Moth

Published on January 29, 2016
Pheromone traps are often used to track the spread of gypsy moth populations or to find populations in new areas.
Rebuilding an Eroding Bank on an Inland Lake

Published on November 23, 2015
Rebuilding an Eroding Bank on an Inland Lake: A Comparison of Traditional and Prefabricated Encapsulated Soil Lifts
Hiring a Consulting Forester

Published on November 23, 2015
A consultant will work with you to understand and articulate your ownership goals and reasons for owning forest property. A consultant will collect information about you and your forest, and then offer options based on that knowledge.
Sources of Information for Forest Products Exporting

Published on November 23, 2015
When managers of small or medium sized businesses initially investigate exporting, one of their most important and time-consuming tasks is gathering information about international business.
Forest Types of Michigan: Forest Products and Prices

Published on November 18, 2015
Forest Products and Prices discusses timber harvest from the point of view of the forest owner. It includes the process of selling stumpage and contracts and describes the products produced. Helpful selling tips are included.
Forest Types of Michigan: Forest Tree Health and Vigor

Published on November 18, 2015
Forest Tree Health and Vigor discusses elements that are part of the debate on what constitutes a healthy forest.
Forest Types of Michigan: Silvicultural Systems

Published on November 18, 2015
This bulletin describes the three main silvicultural systems employed in Michigan forests: selection, shelterwood and clearcut.
Forest Types of Michigan: Hybrid Popular and Hybrid Willow (E3202-12)

Published on November 18, 2015
This bulletin highlights potential commercial applications, management, tree health and wildlife habitat issues of hybrid poplar and hybrid willow forests.
Forest Types of Michigan: Jack Pine

Published on November 18, 2015
Jack Pine describes the composition, distribution and ecology of jack pine forests, and highlights management, forest health and wildlife habitat issues.