Both the pine and hardwood sawtimber markets have been affected by the oversupply of pulpwood, too. As it becomes more difficult to sell pulpwood, the prices buyers can pay for tracts moves lower. Virtually all reporters noted that the pulpwood market is still poor, especially for hardwood. Hardwood pulpwood is plentiful and many foresters report trouble moving it all, currently. In part however, the pulp market is being affected by the world economic situation particularly the Asian countries experiencing recession now.
Many reporters continue to comment about dead trees they see during their travels.
It's likely that beetle activity will wane with winter coming but landowners are advised to monitor their timber. Very little Southern Pine beetle activity was reported. Anyone can get copies of the Mississippi Timber Price Report from the local Extension office. As always, your comments, pros and cons are welcome. Recommendations on this web site do not endorse any commercial products or trade names.