What is productive forest land in Wisconsin?

Productive forest land means “land that is producing or is capable of producing commercial forest products and is not otherwise classified under this subsection”.

What is a managed forest?

noun. a sustainable forest in which usually at least one tree is planted for every tree felled.

What is managed land?

Managed land is land where human interventions and practices have been applied to perform production, ecological or social functions.

Who is responsible for managing forests?

Federal agencies like the US Forest Service, the Bureau of Land Management and the National Parks Service are responsible for the upkeep of federally-owned land, and as far as private forest land is concerned, it’s up to the owners to manage these areas.

Do forests need to be managed?

Forests across the United States need more active management. Natural forest disturbances—whether caused by pests, severe wind, lightning, or other means—change the structure and composition of forests and allow for regeneration.

What is managed forest law (MFL)?

It was enacted in 1985 and replaced the Woodland Tax Law and the Forest Crop Law. MFL is the only forest tax law that is open to enrollment. Land enrolled in the MFL program must be managed according to a plan agreed to by the landowner. Enrollment into the Managed Forest Law (MFL) program is open to all private owners of forested land.

What is the managed forest law transfer of ownership (2450-159)?

When ownership of land enrolled in the Managed Forest Law (MFL) program changes, the new owner must file a Managed Forest Law Transfer of Ownership (2450-159) [PDF]. By filing this form, the new owner agrees to the MFL entry, associated MFL management plan and MFL program rules.

What is the purpose of personal information for managed forest law?

Personal information will be used to administer the Managed Forest Law (MFL) program and for educational efforts. The Department is also required to provide this information to requesters under the Wisconsin Open Records Law, ss. 19.31-19.39, Wis. Stats.

What is sound forest management (MFL)?

In exchange for following sound forest management, the landowner pays reduced property taxes. It was enacted in 1985 and replaced the Woodland Tax Law and the Forest Crop Law. MFL is the only forest tax law that is open to enrollment.