"Ownerships that are least likely to be managed with professional advice are increasing in number and relative importance to the future of America's forest."
"There are almost 10 million private forest ownerships today with the vast majority-almost 95 percent-holding fewer than 10 acres."
"The evidence suggests that holdings smaller than 10 acres are seldom managed under a forest management plan assisted by public programs, and those larger than 500 acres often have their own professional staff or are likely to hire private consultants."