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The value of trees as timber varies by species, quality, size, accessibility and current market conditions. Values can change significantly as market conditions change. Individual trees also vary greatly in terms of their quality for the production of lumber or veneer. It is not possible to appraise timber without using a professional forester who inspects your timber and estimates its market value. These professionals can also assist you with managing and marketing your timber. Listings of Private Consulting Foresters and Industry Foresters are available from the Indiana Woodland Steward, or you can contact your IDNR District Forester for a referral to a local forester. Prices paid for delivered logs, not trees, are available at Indiana Forest Products Price Report and Trend Analysis. This report will give you an idea of the wide variation in prices by species and log quality.

More resources:
Purdue Extension resource center, The Education Store. Place “timber” in the search field and find several free downloadable publications.
For more information regarding selling timber and much more visit the Purdue Extension-FNR Woodland Management Moment and Webinars YouTube Playlist.