Sustainable Forestry Initiative

Idaho Forest Group is committed to the Sustainable Forestry Initiative® (SFI®) 2010-2014 Standard, and supports the program’s intent of responsible forest management.

IFG encourages all landowners to use certified logging contractors and qualified resource professionals when managing their timberlands. We also encourage landowners to follow their state’s Best Management Practices, reforest the land after harvest, protect endangered species and their habitats, maintain the visual quality of the timberlands, and to control the spread of invasive species.

For guidance on implementing sustainable forestry practices, please review the links below or ask for assistance from one of our staff Foresters.
Sustainable Forestry Initiative
   SFI Fiber Sourcing Requirements 		Management of Harvest Residue
   State Laws         Slash treatment methods
Rules Pertaining to the Idaho Forest Practices Act
   FPA Rules 		Control of Invasive exotic plants and animals
   Invasive plants and animals and control methods
   Idaho Noxious weeds
Best Management Practices
   Forest Stewardship Guidelines for Water Quality
Reforestation
   Idaho State Law
   Planting methods 		List of Certified Logging Contractors
   Idaho Pro Loggers List
   Logger Education to Advance Professionalism Program
Visual Quality Management
   Model Visual Management Guide (Minnesota)
   Aesthetics & Recreation
Other Resources:
Conservation
   Forests with Exceptional Conservation Value
   Threatened and Endangered Species
   Biodiversity

Landowner Assistance Programs (NRCS)
   CSP        WHIP 		Forestry Assistance
   Montana Department of Natural Resource & Conservation
   Washington Department of Natural Resources
   University of Idaho Extension Forestry
   Forest Management Plan Template

Forest Management Guidance
   State Forester Forum        USDA