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Problems And Limitations Of Long-Term Timberland Leases For Non-Industrial Private Landowners, Stephen M. Butler

Theses and Dissertations

Over seven million acres of non-industrial private forest land are controlled by the forest industry under long-term lease agreements. While many landowners appear to be content with these arrangements, others are dissatisfied. Landowners should be aware of the potential benefits, problems, and costs of the long-term commitments.