Currently, there are standard practices for the management and harvesting of biomass from large forest stands, used in state forests and by forestry companies. It is much more challenging, however, for small-scale forest owners to utilize forest biomass for bioenergy. The amount of biomass that can be harvested from forest land or farmland depends on various factors including site condition, species and management intensity. Few practical recommendations for small-scale owners have been published, and land owners may be unaware of appropriate practice. More information would enhance the use of resources available for bioenergy production.

Herein I present examples of activities and the management of farmland and forest land demonstrating how an owner can undertake small scale biomass production for their own consumption or to supply a local market (neighbors etc.).

The examples presented are:

• ingrowth, i. e. natural establishment of broadleaved trees on former farmland via seeds, sprouts or suckers;

• direct seeding on farmland;

• management of existing mixed stands;

• harvesting tops and branches after clear cutting; and

• establishing and using fast-growing species.

Finally, some recommendations for small scale bioenergy production are presented.