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Family Forest Carbon Program
Family forest owners earn steady income while getting expert help to manage land responsibly.
In brief
Family forest owners earn steady income while getting expert help to manage land responsibly. Family forest owners receive annual payments and expert guidance through the Family Forest Carbon Program to manage land sustainably. Originally reported by The Banner.
Family Forest Carbon Program
The Family Forest Carbon Program helps landowners earn extra income while managing their woodlands responsibly.
Financial and Technical Support
Landowners get financial assistance for invasive species, equipment rentals, and property taxes through the program.
Annual Carbon Credit Payments
Participants receive annual payments from the American Forest Foundation after selling carbon credits to companies like REI and Netflix.
Expert Forester Guidance
The program matches landowners with staff foresters to create tailored forest management plans for their properties.
Wildlife Habitat Improvements
Landowners improve wildlife habitat and biodiversity through targeted forest management practices.
Beaver Return Success
A Pennsylvania landowner saw beavers return to her property after 60 years through habitat improvements.
Land Value Increases
Proper forest management can increase land and timber value for future sales or harvesting after a 20-year contract.
What to remember
Family forest owners receive annual payments and expert guidance through the Family Forest Carbon Program to manage land sustainably.
