Economic Return:
Sustainable forestry provides income through the sale of timber products that are harvested in a manner that protects the ecological functions and the integrity of the forest.
Background Information:
The goal of sustainable forestry is to seek competitive returns on investment via timber harvesting while maintaining the long-term productive capacity of the forest. Sustainable forest management practices should encourage the natural regeneration of the forest at the same time maintain soil productivity, water quality, species diversity, wildlife habitat, and protect sites with significant biological, historical, or archaeological value. The goal is to employ forest improvement techniques that increase the viability of the forest and maintain the integrity of the forest ecosystem.
On properties where active forest management is a value component, MMA SLI will develop management plans, on a tract-by-tract basis, that will address all the needs of the forest.
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