Sometimes it may pay to sell the timber locally if the prices are right, as then the heavy transportation costs are eliminated.

Most states have state foresters who examine woodlands and advise the owner just what to do.

It pays to advertise in the newspapers and secure as many competitive bids as possible for the timber on the stump.
Generally, unless the prices offered for such timber are unusually high, the farmer will get greater returns by logging and sawing the timber and selling it in the form of lumber and other wood products.

The farmer who owns a large forest tract should have some reliable and experienced timberman carefully inspect his timber and estimate the amount and value.

The owner should deal with only responsible buyers.