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Guides, studies and news on firewood, forests and services.
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Land clearing or vegetation removal? The practical and legal difference
Not every plot with trees is \"forest\" on paper — and the difference changes everything: permits, costs, timelines. A short guide so you know which situation you are in.
03.06.2026
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What the APV means and why it matters
The harvesting valuation document (APV) is what separates legal harvesting from illegal logging. What it contains and what the owner receives.
29.05.2026
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Selling your forest: the right steps for an owner
From ownership documents to the APV and the final payment — what you need to know to sell your forest properly and legally, with no surprises.
23.05.2026
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How much firewood do you need for a winter?
Ballpark estimates by home type and heating system — plus the simple rule of thumb for working out your own needs.
16.05.2026
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Which firewood is best: beech, oak or hornbeam?
All three are hardwoods and burn well — but each has its quirks. A practical comparison, plus when it makes sense to combine them with softwoods.
09.05.2026
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Stacked cubic meter (ster) vs solid cubic meter for firewood: the difference, explained simply
A ster and a solid cubic meter are not the same thing — the difference can be 35–40% of your money. Here is how to tell them apart and check the quantity on delivery.
02.05.2026
curatare-terenuri
Land clearing for construction: steps, checks and mistakes to avoid
Before clearing a plot for construction, check the land's status, the existing trees, machine access and the necessary documents.
23.04.2026
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Stump removal: methods, machinery and when it is necessary
Stumps can block work, access or land grading. They are removed mechanically, depending on the terrain and roots.
20.04.2026
lucrari-silvice
Why thinning and cleaning-tending operations in the forest matter
Thinning and cleaning-tending operations are not simple felling, but silvicultural work that supports the development of the forest.
17.04.2026
exploatare-forestiera
Harvester and forwarder: what modern machinery does in the forest
The harvester cuts and sections the wood, the forwarder collects and transports it. Together they make timber harvesting more efficient.
14.04.2026