Forest Products Utilization & Marketing
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Loggers
Loggers are experiencing a labor shortage in Wisconsin and nationally (see logging status report here [exit DNR] [PDF, 174M]). There is need to train existing loggers and develop new loggers. The lack of loggers could impact the ability to manage our forest if sufficient loggers are not available to meet the management needs of the forest. The Utilization and Marketing staff provides training and education for loggers and technical and grant support for organizations like Forest Industry Safety Training Alliance [exit DNR], Great Lakes Timber Professionals Association [exit DNR] and Lake States Lumber Association [exit DNR].
If you are a landowner interested in harvesting your forest, please talk to a DNR Private Forester or a Cooperating Forester about your needs and goals.
Gordon Russell, logger from Russell Forest Products, takes a break from operating logging equipment on Pine Island near Portage.
WDNR Photo by Theresa Plenty.
Pete Eastling, of Eastling Trucking, on his way to the mill with a full truck of logs harvested from Pine Island near Portage.
WDNR Photo by Theresa Plenty.
A partnership with loggers and foresters fosters a sustainable and profitable harvest. The Master Logger Certification program [exit DNR] was developed to provide professional recognition for the logging sector in Wisconsin. This third-party certification requires extensive training.
Timber Sales
Wisconsin's state forests are renewable resources that provide high quality timber while offering many additional benefits, such as wildlife habitat and recreational opportunities. To facilitate timber harvests on state forests, the state allows both logging companies and individuals to bid on timber sales. Sales are subsequently awarded to the logging company or individual with the highest bid. For more information, go to DNR Forestry's Timber Sales page.
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