Those of you that remember our tabloid Woodland News publication might remember that the lead article was always a story/illustration about the benefits of the bidding process when selling your […]
There is no doubt that 2017 was a very healthy year for hardwood demand, showing significant increases from overseas customers, as well as a solid and somewhat consistent domestic demand. […]
In early February, the Forest Landowner’s Association (FLA) held its annual Board of Directors meeting in Washington, DC to discuss plans, policies and progress the FLA has made in promoting the needs of private forest landowners throughout the United States. During our stay in DC, we take the time to meet with various Representatives and Senators to discuss the issues that affect their constituents and provide them with expert advice on how to best meet their needs.
The Tax Code overhaul that was passed by Congress in December of 2017 has raised a lot of […]
In our last installment on Timberland Investing, we discussed the unique ability that timber has as a capital asset to increase in quantity (and quality) simply because of biological growth. It’s certainly one of the exceptional “perks” associated with this investment vehicle, and is a variable that can be improved by sound forest management practices.
Steady sales continue to be reported in general across the country, and concentration yards are clocking consistent demand from both export and domestic markets.
With every spring comes a yellow dust that coats our homes, our cars, and for some, the cause of our seasonal allergies. While this may seem like an annoyance for we humans, for trees it is a crucial springtime ritual. And it is with the help of millions of honey bees that this job is done quickly and effectively!
FORECON recently attended the annual Forest Landowners Association’s National Conference in Asheville, North Carolina where hundreds of participants from across the country gathered to understand and talk about the various issues and opportunities that are currently affecting forest landowners. Front and center in the discussion was the current political impact the new administration may have on the many issues that continually affect the ownership and management of private forestland and woodlots. This month, we look at several of the current topics of interest to forest landowners.
