Master Tree Farmer- Welcome!

What is Master Tree Farmer Program?

The Master Tree Farmer Program is an intensive educational program designed to introduce landowners to many of the topics associated with forest management. The programs are not designed to make landowners into foresters, but to acquaint landowners with forestry terms and concepts so they can effectively converse with foresters about the management of their property. We have documented that landowners are more willing to see forestry practiced on their land when they understand why things are done.

The Master Tree Farmer courses are the only satellite broadcasts of their kind for forest landowners throughout the South. Each participating state land grant university has a coordinator making arrangements for their programs. Clemson University serves as the host for the programs. Forestry professionals from universities and private and public organizations participate as instructors and presenters. Broadcasts are live from Clemson to viewing locations around the South.

Who Will Benefit from the Master Tree Farmer Program?

Landowners, persons considering land ownership, and those who are interested in managing their land will find these workshops an exceptional opportunity. Anyone with forest cover on part of their property will learn about practicing sustainable forestry and managing the land to meet their objectives. All courses are also open to loggers and foresters.

Objectives

Objectives are for attendees to:

  • Learn how to practice sustainable forestry.

  • Determine options available to manage their land and meet their objectives.

  • Understand stewardship considerations for land management.

  • Learn about best management practices for protecting the environment.

  • Become acquainted with services and assistance available for managing forest land. 

Sponsors

  • Clemson University

  • The Regional Extension Forester - Southern Region 

  • The USDA Management Agency  

  • The Southern Group of State Foresters

  • BASF State Forestry Agencies and Associations

  • South Carolina Tree Farm Committee   

  • The American Tree Farm System

  • And others participating at the local and state level

      The sponsors vary depending on the program.