I am a New Hampshire firewood producer that only sells firewood originating from New Hampshire. How does this quarantine impact my business, and will I need a compliance agreement?

The exterior firewood quarantine only applies to the importation of firewood from out-of-state, not movement of firewood of New Hampshire origin within the state. There may be additional restrictions of firewood movement within state. Check with (603) 271-2561 to determine if your in-state movement of firewood is regulated. If you transport your firewood outside of New Hampshire, you will need to contact the receiving state for their firewood laws.

I am a New Hampshire firewood producer that receives occasional shipments of firewood from out-of-state. How does this firewood quarantine impact me?

Untreated firewood may not be brought in from any out-of-state location, except to certified treatment facilities, with a state-issued compliance agreement. If you are a state-certified kiln, your suppliers may be eligible for a compliance agreement to deliver firewood to you. Please provide a supplier list to (603) 271-3681. If the firewood is originally of New Hampshire origin, but processed outside the state, you may be eligible for a compliance agreement if you can demonstrate the origin of the firewood with chain of custody documentation, and show that New Hampshire-origin firewood can be identified and separated at your processing yard. Call (603) 271-3681 for more information. Keep in mind that many surrounding states also have exterior firewood quarantines. Contact regulatory agencies in those states to ensure compliance with their rules.

I live in New Hampshire but have a family woodlot in a nearby state that I harvest for firewood to heat my home in the winter. Can I still move firewood from my woodlot?

No. Movement of firewood has been shown to move expensive and destructive forest pests. Most states in the northeast, including ME, NH, NY, and VT have enacted exterior firewood quarantines to protect their forest resources from introduced pests. Several other states across the nation prohibit out-of-state firewood, and all strongly encourage people to use locally sourced firewood – buy it where you burn it!

I have a friend in New York that has a large woodlot. Whenever I visit him, I bring back a pick-up truckload of firewood for use when I go camping. Can I get a compliance agreement for this firewood?

No. Compliance agreements are only being issued to transport untreated out-of-state firewood to a certified processor, like a heat-treatment kiln, that will take responsibility to mitigate the potential risk. Firewood that originates from New Hampshire, but is processed out-of-state may also be eligible for a compliance agreement to distribute in New Hampshire.

I live in Vermont and would like to spend a week at a campground in New Hampshire. Can I get a compliance agreement to move a couple of bundles of firewood?

No. Compliance agreements are only being issued to transport untreated out-of-state firewood to a certified processor, like a heat-treatment kiln, that will take responsibility to mitigate the potential risk. Campfire wood is readily available near your New Hampshire campground. Find local firewood using www.firewoodscout.org. Be aware that Vermont is a federal EAB-quarantined area. Movement of this firewood risks spreading the most destructive forest pest in North America.

I just bought a couple of bundles of firewood at a big box store in Massachusetts on my way to come camping in New Hampshire. Can I bring this firewood into the state?

If the firewood is labeled as "heat-treated" and has the name and address of the production facility clearly specified on the label, this firewood may be brought into New Hampshire. However, private campgrounds may have their own policies as to whether or not they will accept your firewood. Please check with the campground for their individual firewood guidelines.

I'm from out-of-state. I bought some firewood at a roadside stand in New Hampshire. How can I show law enforcement that the wood in the back of my truck is of New Hampshire origin, and not from out-of-state?

It is easier for law enforcement to determine if the firewood is of in-state origin if you are able to document the purchase. Ideally, you could get a receipt which will document where the wood was purchased. Many roadside firewood stands that registered themselves on Firewood Scout received complimentary receipt booklets. If you cannot get a receipt at a roadside stand, write down the address of the location selling the firewood. Consider taking a picture of the stand with your cell phone, which should capture information as to location.

If I can't bring my firewood to New Hampshire from my home, how can I enjoy a campfire?

New Hampshire and Maine, along with eight other states have joined Firewood Scout, a smartphone-friendly website that lists local firewood vendors. Visit www.firewoodscout.org, enter the town or zip code that you are visiting, and a list of local firewood vendors will appear. There are more than 525 firewood vendors listed throughout New Hampshire, so you should have a choice in firewood vendors no matter where you visit.

NH Department of Agriculture, Markets and Food
Mailing: PO Box 2042, Concord NH 03302 -2042
Physical: 25 Capitol Street, Second Floor, Concord, NH 03301
(603) 271-3551 | fax: (603) 271-1109