Grange Timber Program

Do you own 3 acres or more of woodland? Are you thinking about selling and harvesting your timber? Has a "timber buyer" approached you or made an offer to purchase your timber? And, do you care about applying good management practices to your woodlands resources? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, the Grange Timber Management & Marketing Program can help you!

The Grange has partnered with six qualified professional forestry consultants to offer membership a variety of professional forestry services, including Forest Management Plans and Timer Sale Preparation and Administration. Your ownership objectives and additional services available can be discussed with the consultant. Applicable fees for services to be rendered will also be discussed at the initial woodland examination and consultation meeting.

If you own marketable timber, most likely you have been approached by a timber buyer. These buyers go by many different titles. Many may indeed make good impressions and tell you what you like to hear. But, do not be fooled! These buyers are professionals. They work for someone else, not you! Their job is to buy your biggest and best timber at the most economical price possible. And, if you sell your timber below market value, don't blame them! They are practicing good business; however, their good business deal could mean big losses to you in terms of timber value income, the overall condition of your property and the future productivity and value of your woodland's resources.
If you are thinking about selling some timber, or if you are interested in discussing the best management or harvesting options for your woodlands, contact the Grange Service Corp. today. This program and the consultants work for you. There is no conflict of interest. Each consultant will be glad to meet with you, discuss your ownership interests and provide you with an informative woodland evaluation. Usually, there is no fee for your initial consultation. Or a minimal charge may be required. Ask the consultant.
Take the first step to getting the most from your woodland's resources. Call the Grange Service Corp. at 800-292-4060 and a consultant will contact you.