Marketing timber : publication
Air-drying hardwood lumber enhances stability, reduces weight, and increases strength. Proper stacking and exposure are key for effective drying.
Discover the science behind vibrant autumn colors in Missouri, including factors influencing leaf pigmentation and the best scenic drives for fall foliage.
Ensure your timber sale contract covers key terms, such as payment, liability, and logging practices, to protect both parties in the event of disputes.
Our publication provides points to remember when considering hardwood lumber drying. Visit our site to learn the Considerations in Drying Hardwood Lumber.
Hank Stelzer
Forestry State Specialist
School of Natural Resources
Whether you are using a chain saw to cut firewood, trim trees or harvest large timber, you will be performing three basic operations: felling, limbing and bucking. Felling involves cutting a standing tree and dropping it in the place you want it. Limbing is the removal of the branches from either…
This manual is intended to provide the information needed to meet the minimum EPA standards for certification of commercial applicators under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act.
Learn what federal and state agencies and private organizations are available to help Missouri landowners enhance the health and productivity of their woodland.
Forestry is a specialized field with its own terms and abbreviations. This guide defines many of them commonly used in forestry and woodland management.
One of the first questions a person buying firewood asks is “How much per cord? Visit our website to learn about How to Buy and Sell Firewood.
Selling timber without measuring the products is like selling livestock without weighing the animals. Visit our site to learn how to measure trees and logs.
Hank Stelzer
Forestry State Specialist
School of Natural Resources
John P. Dwyer, Larry D. Godsey, and H.E. "Hank" Stelzer
School of Natural Resources
Learn essential safety practices for operating a chain saw, including proper gear, maintenance, and cutting techniques to prevent accidents.
Guidance on efficiently cutting, splitting, and preparing firewood for wood stove use, aiming to enhance stove performance and minimize creosote buildup.
Carol B. Trokey and E.A. McGinnes Jr.School of Natural ResourcesPruning trees in the yard and in the forest can yield many benefits — if it is done correctly.
Discover how to select and plant tree species suited to Missouri's diverse regions, ensuring successful growth and sustainability.
Learn how to choose and maintain a chain saw for various tasks, including trimming, cutting firewood, and land clearing, with safety and maintenance tips.
Many landowners receive a fraction of their timber's true value. Visit our website to read our Selling Timber: What the Landowner Needs to Know article.
Starting a fire in a wood stove can be difficult compared to starting a fire in a furnace. Visit our site to learn about starting a fire in a wood stove.
Tree decline results from environmental stressors like improper planting, overcrowding, and pests, leading to reduced vigor and increased susceptibility to disease.
Increasing energy costs have resulted in resurgence in the use of wood for home heating. Visit our site to learn more about Wood Fuel for Heating.
This manual prepares pesticide applicators for a Category 11, Wood Products Pest Control, certification test given by the Missouri Department of Agriculture.
Woody biomass, comprising roots, wood, bark, and leaves of trees and shrubs, offers a sustainable energy source.