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Diversification of Investments: Comparing Woodland Investments and Other Investment Portfolios
 

Michael Kelly

Timberland Investment Associates, Atlanta, GA
April 23, 2003

Pension funds, foundations, endowments, family trusts, high net worth individuals and other large investors have invested in timberland since the mid 1980s. To date, approximately $12 billion has been invested, and growth in the industry continues to be rapid. This presentation will explore why timberland is attractive to large investors, how timberland portfolios are acquired and managed, returns to date and the outlook for future investment and returns.

 

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