do i need any lisence or permit in the state of illinois to cut and sell my own trees from my own property?how do i establish my forrest area as a tree farm? is it like any other farm,ie: manage,grow,harvest& find a buyer?
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From:
Jay Hayek
Extension Specialist, Forestry
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences jhayek@illinois.edu
Greetings Robert:
No, you do not need a license or permit to cut and sell your "own" trees in Illinois. However, the person who buys your trees must be a licensed timber buyer:
The best way to get started as a "tree farmer" is to contact your local DNR district forester or to contact a local professional consulting forester to assist you in developing a forest management plan and timber basis.
