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  FOREST STEWARDSHIP
PLAN: Timber is a renewable natural
resource. As such it should be properly
managed to ensure it is maintained in a healthy and vigorous condition. The first step in properly managing timber is
to develop a Forest Stewardship Plan. The 1990
Farm Bill authorized the Forest Stewardship Program. After determining the landowner’s personal
goals and objectives, the plan is developed considering proper forest management,
wildlife habitat improvement, forest watershed management, forest recreation
and aesthetics. I can develop a Forest
Stewardship Plan at no charge to you if you own 10 or more acres of woodlands. In addition, cost-share assistance in
implementing the Forest Stewardship Plan may be available through a variety of
state programs.
TIMBER APPRAISALS: It is important toknow and
understand the value of your timber asset. A timber appraisal is an estimate of the
standing timber value, which is accomplished through a timber
inventory/cruise. Timber appraisals are
useful in determining your land basis, the quality and value of the timber,estate planning, and projecting possible timber sales.s.jpg)
TIMBER SALES: As your Consultant
Forester, I will represent you throughout the process of selling your
timber. After determining the best type
of harvest to meet your objectives, the trees to be removed will be
individually selected and marked with paint.
Each tree is measured, volumes are calculated by species, and a range of
values is determined. After we have discussed and finalized the terms of the sale, an “Invitation to Bid” will be
prepared and forwarded to potential buyers.
Also, the “Invitation to Bid” will be posted on the approriate web sites. After the bids
have been opened, a contract will be awarded to the high bidder, provided the
bid meets or exceeds the minimum acceptable bid, which is based on the
prevailing timber market. After the
contract has been awarded, I will coordinate with the Kentucky Division of
Forestry and oversee the harvesting operation to ensure compliance with the
terms of the contract.
TIMBER
TRESPASS: Should your timber be
cut either intentionally or by accident, you may recover the value of the
timber at the rate of three times the value (triple damages). I can appraise the value of the timber that
has been cut and provide expert witness testimony if necessary.
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