Resources | Michigan Forest Products Council

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.

Project Learning Tree (PLT)

Foundation

Project Learning Tree (PLT) is an award-winning, nationwide K-12 environmental education program designed for education in and outside the classroom, parents, and community leaders.

2013 Q3 Market Report

Government

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.

Verso Paper: Sustainability Report

Foundation

This page offers access to an overview of Verso's sustainability program, positions papers, product stewardship, and more.

Soil and Water Quality Guidelines from MDNR

Landowners

Click the link below to download the "Sustainable Soil and Water Quality Practices on Forest Land" handbook from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources

Sustainable Forestry Initiative

SFI. The Mark of Good Forestry in Michigan. Visit SFI

Michigan Tree Farm

Michigan Tree Farm. Promoting the growing of renewable forest resources on private lands, while protecting environmental benefits and increasing public understanding of all benefits of productive forestry. Visit Michigan Tree Farm.

Facts

How long do trees live?

Most trees don't survive their first year. However, trees can live as long as 4,000 years, but this is very rare. In Michigan, tree species longevity ranges from about 80 years to about 1,200 years (potentially). Northern white cedar is the longest living tree species in Michigan.