The Wisconsin Woodland Owners Association published an article explaining how Forest Stewardship Council and American Tree Farm System certification programs can offer complementary services to small family
forest owners.
The author had managed FSC, Sustainable Forest Initiative, and ATFS certification for six million acres of Wisconsin DNR forestry programs. He says the dual FSC-Tree Farm certification can be highly effective. The two programs have different missions.
FSC certification offers the most compelling market benefits, while Tree Farm engages
landowners with outreach and education.
Read the article "Tree Farm and FSC: Family Forests' Dynamic Duo"
