Forest Management Guidelines for Michigan (SAF)

Michigan forests have always been important to the quality of life of Michigan citizens. But our demands on forests continue to grow and to change. To maintain our quality of life, the way we manage our forests will also change.

Economic Overview

Michigan leads the nation in timber surplus – that amount of new annual forest growth that is not harvested according to US Forest Service statistics.

2013 Q3 Market Report

The third quarter report includes data on forest health in Huron Manistee, Ottawa and Hiawatha forests, third quarter Michigan market activity and third quarter timber sales on state land. 

2015 Q4 Market Report

The 2015 fourth quarter report includes data on forest health in Huron-Manistee, Ottawa and Hiawatha forests, fourth quarter state and federal market activity and fourth quarter timber sales.