Glossary of Forestry Terminology
When working with natural resource professionals, landowners often hear unfamiliar terminology unique to forest management. The glossaries listed below will help you understand some common forestry terms so that you can communicate more effectively with your forester and other professionals.
American Tree Farm System
2021 Standards of Sustainability Glossary of Terms
N.C. State University Extension Forestry
Understanding Forestry Terms: A Glossary for Forest Landowners
Forest Investment Associates
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Timberland Investment Resources
U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service
Forest Inventory and Analysis Glossary
Glossary of Terms Used in Timber Harvesting and Forest Engineering
Glossary of Forest Engineering Terms
University of Tennessee
A Glossary of Common Forestry Terms
Virginia Department of Forestry
Wood-Mizer
Sawmilling and Forestry Glossary