How Many Trees Are Cut Daily in New Hampshire? Estimates and Context

No official daily count exists, but the New Hampshire Timberland Owners Association (NHTOA) estimated 1.3 million cords harvested in 2016. Assuming ~0.8 cords per average tree, that's roughly 1.6 million trees annually—about 4,400 trees per day (365-day basis).

Important caveats:

• This covers commercial timber harvests only—excludes land clearing, firewood, development, storm damage, and non-commercial cutting.
• Harvest rates fluctuate with market demand, weather, and regulations.
• New Hampshire is 84% forested (4.8 million acres); net growth exceeds removals, so forest area is stable or increasing.
• Sustainable practices (selective cutting, best management practices) are standard on certified lands.

For precise, current data, consult the USDA Forest Service FIA (Forest Inventory and Analysis) program or NH Division of Forests and Lands. Daily figures are inherently variable; annual inventories provide more reliable trends.