those interested in Rural Areas Devel- 

 opment by pointing out the contributions 

 that cooperatives can make by providing 

 employment and added income. 



The Cooperative Today 



Au Sable Forest Products Associ- 

 ation is a cooperative business organi- 

 zation controlled and operated by wood- 

 land owners. It was formed to improve 

 timber marketing conditions and to 

 provide a source for supplies needed 

 by woodland operators in their farm 

 businesses. 



The sale of pulpwood is the associ- 

 ation's primary source of income. 

 However, the cooperative does market 

 other wood products whenever it is 

 thought advantageous for members. 



Au Sable merrbers cut timber on National 



forest land in conformity with requirements 



of the U. S. Forest Service. 



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