The greater the forestry investment, the more important role a registered forester should play. Appraisers will make their assessments based on factors such as the species, condition and location of the tree or trees. For tax purposes, landowners need to document the catastrophic event and the losses. Before Hurricane Georges, Hughes said trees were experiencing drought stress and increased bark beetle activity. The saturated soils are expected to limit harvesting on certain tracts of land for the short-term.
Timber remains a good investment, particularly in Mississippi.
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