Green Horizons

The following black walnut timber sales and range of bids are reported by Missouri consulting forester Larry Lackamp. It is interesting to note the average price trends both per tree (about $100) and per board foot (about $1). Also note the wide spread in bids in nearly every case.

• Case No. 1: 29 black walnut trees with total volume of 4,500 bd. ft. Bids received: $4,538.40; $2,533; $2,170.

• Case No. 2: 18 black walnut trees with total volume of 3,700 bd. ft. Bids received: $3,626. 10; $3,010; $2,820; $2,100.

• Case No. 3: 44 black walnut trees with estimated volume of 5,100 bd. ft. Bids received: $4,937.21; $4,800; $3,750.

• Case No. 4: 24 black walnut trees with estimated volume of 3,800 bd. ft. Bids received: $2,400; $2,172: $2,102.

• Case No. 5: 48 black walnut trees with estimated volume of 7,000 bd. ft. Bids received: $7,140; $4,040; $2,700.

• Case No. 6: 31 black walnut trees with estimated volume of 4,700 bd. ft. Bids received: $4,316.60; $3,700; $3,225.

Competitive bids and professional foresters do help increase the value of the Missouri timber crop! For a professional forester in your area, contact the Missouri Consulting Forester's Association, P.O. Box 7596, Columbia, MO 65205-7596.