Brewer, the owner of Brewer’s Forestry, has announced a forestry policy centered on replanting, employee compensation and local stewardship in Michigan.

In a press release titled “Rewriting the forestry game,” Brewer criticized companies that, in his view, have relied on Michigan’s forests without adequately compensating workers or contributing to restoration efforts. He said some firms operating in the state lack local connections and have not done enough to preserve forest resources after harvesting timber.

Brewer’s central pledge is that the company will replant for every acre it cuts. He also said Brewer’s Forestry intends to help the Michigan Department of Natural Resources maintain forests, though the release did not specify the form of that assistance, any partnership agreement, a timetable or the scale of planned work.

“Our community, customers, and employees come first,” Brewer said in the release. He framed the approach as a response to concerns about workplace conditions and the long-term condition of Michigan forests.

The announcement did not provide details on the company’s current operations, acreage under management, number of employees, compensation practices or the cost of its proposed replanting commitment. It also did not identify the companies referenced in its criticism or provide evidence of their harvesting and restoration records.

Replanting after timber harvests is intended, according to Brewer’s stated goal, to support forest renewal and preserve access to Michigan’s natural landscapes for future generations. The release described the proposal as both an environmental and community-focused commitment, arguing that companies using forest resources should take part in maintaining them.

Brewer said he hopes other forestry companies will adopt similar practices. The release did not indicate whether the company is seeking state policy changes, industry standards or voluntary commitments from competitors.

The statement comes from Brewer, who has no listed public office. In biographical information provided with the announcement, he described leaving blue-collar work to build a business intended to place greater value on employees and customers while allowing workers more time with their families.

For now, the replanting and forest-maintenance commitments remain company pledges outlined in the press release. Further information would be needed to assess how the plan would be implemented and measured over time.