What is the expected growth rate of the trees per year?
– In order to estimate the growth rate, input a number that reflects the average expected rate of growth for the trees in inches. This is measured at breast height on the tree. The program uses an algorithm to reduce this rate when crown competition begins to negatively effect the growth of the trees. When the Crown Competition Factor (CCF) exceeds 115%, the program will automatically calculate a thinning. If the thinning occurs when the diameter is too small to be merchantable (less than 15 inches DBH) a variable cost of removal is applied. For a DBH of greater than 15, a market price is applied based on a percentage of the answer to question number 6 below. • How much will the nuts sell for? – Input a market price per pound based on the local or target market. For example, a local huller may pay $0.13 per pound, whereas, the targeted market may be selling directly to Hammons Products at $0.45 per pound. If the answer to number 2 above is “no”, this question will have no bearing on th
