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State aims to retain property as 'economically viable' land for production of timber
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State aims to retain property as 'economically viable' land for production of timber
Carbon harbored in trees now a virtual commodity traded between forest landowners and commercial entities seeking to offset their greenhouse gas emissions
August and September are the busiest months for collecting seeds and berries that will ultimately be replanted across 16 acres at the NH State Forest Nursery.
Blake Stansell said: "We are committed to managing the land in the spirit and letter of the conservation easement. We want to work with Pittsburg to address the shortfall in funds with a loss of timber tax funds, and we are committed to enhancing recreation opportunities."
U.S. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-NH, is stepping in to help ensure the future of the big "working forest" she helped conserve more than two decades ago.