Timber Stand Improvement (TSI) is a powerful tool for enhancing wildlife habitats, particularly for deer and wild turkeys. By reducing canopy cover and increasing sunlight penetration, TSI promotes the growth of valuable forage and mast species. It also supports improved nesting and brood-rearing habitats for turkeys, creating an open understory with plenty of ground cover. With proper techniques like selective tree removal, oak preservation, and invasive species control, TSI can help create diverse and productive habitats for wildlife throughout the year.

As a private landowner, you might be sitting on an untapped revenue stream—carbon credits. These credits allow you to get paid for maintaining and managing your forest while helping to offset carbon emissions. Even small landowners with as little as 30 acres can now participate in carbon markets, thanks to programs like the Family Forest Carbon Program (FFCP) and NCX. Whether you’re looking for a short-term commitment or a long-term investment in your land’s sustainability, there are multiple options to explore. This guide breaks down the best carbon credit opportunities available and how you can benefit from them.