TreeFarmProducts.com

TreeFarmProducts.com is a sole proprietorship owned by David and Susan Gossman. It is the timber products marketing arm for Hidden Bluffs Farm in Jackson County, Iowa. The certified tree farm has a side range of terrain, microclimes and habitats. Active programs include:

Tree planting - Over 40,000 trees have been planted in the last 15 years as riparians and pastures are being replanted with native forest species.

Prairie restoration - Over 45 acres have been planted with over 30 species of native grasses and forbs. Portions are burned each spring.

Timber stand improvement - Junk trees and damaged trees are culled from the farm lumber

forest. Invasive species such as multiflora rose, and garlic
mustard are being removed. Most logging is "low-grading" to remove damaged or undesirable trees leaving higher quality trees to continue to grow and gain in value while providing valuable natural habitat.

Habitat protection and restoration - Research has been done by students on potential sites that may have endangered species. Brush piles have been created to provide protective cover for bobwhite quail. Assistance and involvement by students and others is always welcome.

Deer Management Plan - The farm has an active deer management plan. Link for a brief description of how this program is being implemented.

Please e-mail us questions!

dgossman@treefarmproducts.com


117 N. Main St. Maquoketa, Iowa 52060 45W962 Plank Road • Hampshire, Illinois 60140 847-683-4188	Voted 2004 Woodland Owner of the Year in Jackson County Iowa!