Resources

Hiring a Consulting Forester (E3188)

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 (E2616)

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 (E3202-16)

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 (E3202-14)

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 (E3202-13)

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 (E3202-11)

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.
Forest Types of Michigan: Mesic Conifers (E3202-10)

Published on November 18, 2015
Mesic Conifers describes the composition, distribution and ecology of mesic conifer forests, and highlights management, forest health and wildlife habitat issues.
Forest Types of Michigan: What is a Forest Type? (E3202-1)

Published on November 18, 2015
What Is a Forest Type? It’s one in a series of 19 bulletins Forest Types of Michigan that focuses on 10 forest types that commonly occur in Michigan forests, as well as one bulletin on hybrid poplar and hybrid willow.
Wood Chip Heating Guide

Published on November 18, 2015
An in-depth guide for individuals interested in wood chip heating systems.