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When a fire won’t stay lit, produces more smoke than heat, or leaves your stove glass coated in soot, the problem often isn’t the stove. It’s the wood. One of...

When most people think of agriculture, they picture open fields, rows of crops, and tractors moving across farmland. Forests feel different — quieter, wilder, separate from farming altogether. But forests,...

If you rely on firewood to heat your home or enjoy cozy fires in your fireplace or outdoor fire pit, now is the perfect time to purchase green firewood and start...

When shopping for firewood, you might notice a wide range of prices and sources—from tree services to farm-based suppliers like us. At Copper Knoll Farms, we take great pride in...

Recently, a customer called us from 100 miles away, hoping to purchase firewood. When we explained that we could not deliver beyond 50 miles due to restrictions set by the...

At Copper Knoll Farms, we are committed to not only providing high-quality firewood but also ensuring that our forestry practices contribute positively to the environment. One of the key pillars...

As the chill in the air becomes a constant companion, it's time to ensure that your wood stove is ready for the upcoming season. Cleaning your chimney is a crucial...

As the seasons transition from summer to fall and most trees continue to flaunt their vibrant green leaves, it's the opportune time to turn our attention to standing dead timber. Identifying...

Do you plan to heat your home with firewood this coming winter?  The best way to guarantee your wood is dry and ready to burn is to get it now....

Did you know that trees have different layers of wood? When you look at a freshly cut log, you may notice rings of different colors and textures. These differences are...

Whether you cut your own or purchase firewood, it’s good to be aware of signs of foreign objects that can be inside of trees. If something is attached or next...

When buying firewood it’s helpful to know the different ways wood is measured. Standard firewood logs are at least 16” in length. Some people prefer smaller or larger log lengths...

  Nothing goes to waste here on the farm. We save our ash from our wood stoves to use as fertilizer. It’s a great source of calcium, potassium, phosphorus, and...

Owning and operating a wood stove is a simple and cost effective way to provide your home with warmth. There are many ways to start a fire in a fireplace,...

There’s an old saying that burning firewood heats you three times; when you cut it, when you split and stack it, and when you burn it. There’s no doubt that...

Firewood is a sustainable and renewable energy resource that can be used for heating and cooking purposes. The New Jersey Department of Agriculture recommends purchasing firewood within 50 miles of where...