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When it comes to responsible forest management, few practices are as important and impactful as ethical thinning. Thinning is the selective removal of certain trees within a stand to reduce competition and promote the growth of the best-performing individuals. But doing it ethically means going beyond simply removing trees for operational convenience. It means making deliberate, well-informed decisions that support both forest health and long-term economic value. Ethical thin

Harvesting a pine plantation is one of the most important milestones in a forest’s life cycle. It represents the culmination of years of growth, planning, and stewardship. But for many private landowners, the harvesting process can feel overwhelming. Coordinating contractors, ensuring compliance, preparing access, organising sales, and protecting the remaining forest are all complex tasks that require expertise, experience, and precise timing. At Belleview Timbers, we special

In plantation forestry, every decision made during thinning or harvesting has a lasting impact on the health and value of the forest. One of the most important, yet often overlooked, steps in this process is tree marking, the deliberate identification of which trees should be removed and which should be retained before harvest operations begin. Tree marking is not just about preparing a site for harvest. It is a strategic forest management practice that ensures the right tre