Icy Cold Winter

This has been a very cold winter with large deposits of ice and snow. Ice damage to loblolly pine plantations in Louisiana and Arkansas is a recurrent problem. In the event you suspect ice damage to your forest you should evaluate whether to clear cut and replant, thin or partial cut to rehabilitate, or take no action. Timberlands are a great investment with relatively low liabilities, so manage wisely and you will be well rewarded.