Ep. 11 - Forestry and Forest Management in Ohio with Forester John Kehn

In this week's episode, we chat with John Kehn, the Service Forestry Coordinator in Ohio, to learn more about the nuance of forest management and what influences the forest product market in Ohio. John brings a wealth of valuable information and experience to the table regarding forestry in the episode, and we discuss the ins and outs of why using a consulting forester is so important to buyers and sellers of timber.   Red flags to look for in a timber contract. The importance of forest management education and the recruitment of new foresters to the industry. The role of a consulting forester in wildlife habitat improvement, economic impact, and aesthetic enhancement. How and why has the young forest been declining in Ohio? The future of logging and forest management in Ohio. The importance of active forest management over passive forest management.   Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/give_for_grouse/     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GiveforGrouse     YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GiveforGrouse     Donate to our billboard campaign: HabitatVA.org