Forest-based Industry

Resource Category Topic Type
Major New Hampshire Species and Their Uses
Types and uses of trees in New Hampshire
Natural Resources, Forest & Trees Natural Resources
Timber Harvesting and Silviculture
Selling timber is a once in a lifetime activity for most landowners. No single activity has such power to improve- or degrade- the forest. Proper harv...
Forest & Trees, Natural Resources Natural Resources
Best Management Practices for Forestry: Protecting New Hampshire's Water Quality
While this manual is full of helpful information, it isn't New Hampshire's official BMP document. For the official manual see Best Managemen...
Natural Resources, Forest & Trees Natural Resources
New Hampshire Best Management Practices for Erosion Control on Timber Harvesting Operations
Introduction <br /> <br /> New Hampshire is the second-most forested state in the country, with forests covering approximately 84% of the state. The...
Natural Resources, Forest & Trees Natural Resources
The Timber Sale Contract
Why A Written Contract Is Necessary <br /> <br /> Selling timber is a complicated matter that involves knowing about markets, tree values, future tr...
Natural Resources, Forest & Trees Natural Resources
Safe Timber Harvesting
This guide is not a substitute for proper Safety Training. It is meant as a reference only. <br /> <br /> Safety is the responsibility of everyone a...
Natural Resources, Forest & Trees Natural Resources
Best Management Practices to Help Stop the Spread of Emerald Ash Borer in New Hampshire [rack card]
Natural spread of emerald ash borer (EAB) takes decades; human-assisted spread takes only hours.<br /> <br /> Following best management practices wi...
Forest & Trees, Natural Resources, NH Bugs Natural Resources
Wood Energy
Wood is abundant in New Hampshire. After all, we are 84% forested. Any woodlot has a mix of tree species, sizes and shapes--all factors deciding how a...
Forest & Trees, Natural Resources Natural Resources
Directory of Licensed Foresters
The Directory of Licensed Foresters is an online database of foresters licensed in New Hampshire who provide services to private landowners and others...
Natural Resources, Forest & Trees, NH Coverts Project Natural Resources
Log-Making
Four guides that will assist with producing and measuring logs for market.
Natural Resources, Forest & Trees Natural Resources