I see that a forest management plan is required for both QFP and CF. What is a forest management plan and how do I get a plan written?
Information included in a complete forest management plan will include unbiased information about the trees and vegetation currently growing on the land, potential forest stands that could be grown on the land, soils present and their qualities, wildlife habitat quality, any threatened and endangered species, any invasive species or insect/diseases noticed, and management recommendations that will help the landowner meet their objectives for owning the land and keeping the resource sustainable. For the purposes of qualifying for CF or QFP, forest management plans must meet specific criteria. Landowners should be sure to check with their plan writer to verify that the writer is familiar with the criteria required for these tax exempt programs. Plans must be written by professional foresters or certified natural resource professionals. There is usually a fee to have a plan written. The Department of Natural Resources maintains a list of certified Forest Stewardship Plan writers. There is
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