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Timberland

Why Should You Care About the Timber Market?

National Land Realty
January 30, 2026

“You might be surprised to find out that roughly 50% of all timberland in the United States is owned by private, non-industrial (non-corporate) owners. According to readily available data, more than 95% of timberland parcels are under 100 acres, and more than half of them are 10 acres or less. That means most timberland is owned privately by “regular” people with small tracts,” states this article from Alabama Land Professional John Ross Havard.

If you want to better understand current market conditions and the future of forest management, this is a must-read. Check out the full breakdown on John Ross Havard’s Substack and learn how to stay ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving timber industry!

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