Forest land is possibly one of the most personally-rewarding assets one can own. They can provide a source of lumber, recreation, and even meaning as you watch your trees grow. Even so, many owners of forest land understandably want to get more than just personal reward: they want financial reward. The most common and well-known…
In the world of timber, not all species of timber are created equal. Every species of tree (and in fact every individual within a species) has unique characteristics that make it more suitable for certain market uses than others. As a result, there are types of trees that are worth considerably more money than others….
Maple is one of the most iconic trees in the North American forests. In certain situations, it is also one of the most valuable. That’s because maple is a tree that produces a gorgeous wood with a great variety of uses. It’s warm, golden grain is used for lumber for furniture and veneer, its energy-dense…
There is no denying it: spruce is the king of the North. It is one of the most valued species of timber in the northern United States and Canada, and for good reason. Spruce is used for a wide array of products, making it incredibly versatile. It is mostly used for dimensional lumber in construction…
Timber is generally divided into three categories, sawtimber, veneer, and pulpwood. Pulpwood is the lowest-grade product among the three, and in most cases it is the most abundant product in the forest, but what exactly is pulpwood, and what is it used for? Pulpwood traditionally refers to wood that is ground and processed into a…
Most of us have gone to the grocery store and picked up a small bottle of pure maple syrup only to be shocked at the price. Why exactly is maple syrup so expensive? The production of maple syrup requires older, mature trees, perfect late-winter weather, and a lot of capital and energy to filter and…