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ArticlesPennsylvania Timber Market Report, Third Quarter, 2022
Stumpage prices as reported by Pennsylvania timber and logging companies, forestry consultants, and state land management agencies to analysts at the Pennsylvania State University. -
ArticlesDealing with Local Timber Harvesting Ordinances
Timber harvesting is regulated by a fraction of Pennsylvania's local governments, but more municipalities are beginning to regulate harvesting in order to maintain forests for future generations. -
ArticlesPennsylvania Timber Market Report, Second Quarter, 2022
Stumpage prices as reported by Pennsylvania timber and logging companies, forestry consultants, and state land management agencies to analysts at the Pennsylvania State University. -
ArticlesPennsylvania Timber Market Report, Fourth Quarter, 2021
Stumpage prices as reported by Pennsylvania timber and logging companies, forestry consultants, and state land management agencies to analysts at the Pennsylvania State University. -
ArticlesWhat Do Forest Carbon "Sequestration" and "Storage" Mean?
This article discusses the terms carbon sequestration and carbon storage to help people understand the difference between these important terms. -
ArticlesQuestions to Ask Before Joining a Carbon Program
This article lays out some questions that are important that landowners know the answer to before joining a carbon program. -
VideosTimber Harvesting Essentials
Length 6:01Three key things people should know about timber harvesting are managing competing and invasive plants, decreasing deer impacts, and getting light to the forest floor. -
WebinarsFree
An Introduction to Forests, Carbon Sequestration and Markets
When Multiple Options AvailableLearn about forest carbon, carbon markets and more while earning SAF credit in this informative webinar! -
ArticlesTimber Sales: A Guide to Selling Timber
This publication is intended to help landowners understand some of the complex decisions around timber harvesting, and ensure a successful timber sale. -
WebinarsA Little About Contracts for the Logging Professional
Dive into the world of contracts with this helpful and informative event! -
ArticlesPublic Demand for Forest Conservation and Water Protection in PA
This article presents estimated economic values for forest/water protection programs in Pennsylvania using meta-analysis and benefit transfer techniques. -
NewsNew Woodland Health Practices Handbook Available
Date Posted 11/16/2020A new woodland health handbook for green industry professionals is now available from The Woods in Your Backyard Partnership. -
NewsState of the Forest Products Industry Report Released
Date Posted 10/22/2020The State of the Forest Products Industry Report is a detailed resource providing statistical information and updates on every portion of the industry, careers, and forestry related organizations. -
ArticlesHow Forest Carbon Programs Work: Two Case Studies
There are several programs that buy carbon stored in forests. They require different management compared to standard forestry. This article explores the experience of two landowners in these programs. -
ArticlesCarbon Markets 101
Pennsylvania is the site of several forest carbon programs. This article provides an outline of how carbon programs and markets work for those interested in learning more. -
NewsA New Method for Pennsylvania Property Posting in Effect
Date Posted 7/27/2020A new law took effect in early 2020 that all of Pennsylvania's landowners and everyone that spends time outdoors should know about. -
ArticlesValuing Standing Timber
This 24-page publication describes simplified methods for estimating timber volumes and values, and is designed to help landowners/loggers understand how the economic value of timber is determined. -
ArticlesPennsylvania's Potential for Reducing Carbon Emissions using Private Forests
Advocates of climate change mitigation are looking to private forest lands for solutions. This article discusses the opportunities and challenges of engaging landowners in carbon markets. -
ArticlesStrategic Messaging: A Guide for Leaders and Officials
A discussion on how intentional communication strategies can help advance the management of natural resources on private lands. -
ArticlesForest Management and Timber Harvesting in Pennsylvania
This publication provides background information about forest management and timber harvesting ordinances on private forests. -
ArticlesTimber Prices: 10 Year Trends Methodology
This article describes the methodology used to create the Timber Prices: 10 Year Trends graphs. -
Online Courses$160.00
Forest Taxation: Forest Finance and Timber Tax Education
Sections 13Length 8 hoursTax professionals and forest landowners learn about finance, taxation, and timber sales and taxation in order to save money on taxes. Earn 8 CFEs, 8 CPEs, or 8 IRS CEs. -
ArticlesTimber Market Report Archives
Each Timber Market Report reflects the stumpage and mill prices over a three-month period. The report is intended to describe general trends in the market and ignore specific timber tract variation. -
ArticlesForest Economic Data: Adams County
This information highlights the important economic and environmental role forests and the forest product industry play in Pennsylvania. -
ArticlesForest Economic Data: Allegheny County
This information highlights the important economic and environmental role forests and the forest product industry play in Pennsylvania.


