Hi newbie here (usual excuses apply)
I've 20 acres of wild overgrown woodland that has hasn't been touched for probably 50 years or longer.
I'm about to buy a couple of woodchip boilers (Austrian Eta 130kw and a 45kw) and will be needing 80tons/240 cu of chip per year.
I've no idea about any if the variety of trees that I have or even if it's hard or softwood but there are some big trees. Some will be 50ft height and 2ft across.
I'm looking for advice on the best time of year to fell, expected drying rates, (I'm looking for 30% moisture).
Then once felled, maybe an acre every other year which would be the best variety to replant purely focusing on yield returned suitable for woodchip boilers.
Any tips or info would be really appreciated. I've already learnt a huge amount from this great forum.
