Andrew Loflin took a roundabout route into forestry, starting first with a career in the military. After nearly a decade as an infantry officer, he left the Army to pursue a career in forestry. He earned a degree in forestry from Auburn University and then joined Loflin Forest Management, a company originally started by his father, John.

Now, as the head of Andalusia-based Loflin Forest Management, Andrew is passionate about being an advocate for small landowners, who may only experience one or two timber sales in their lifetimes. "I like being the advocate for the small landowner and level the playing field for them in a land of giants," he says, recognizing the challenges they face competing against large corporations.

Andrew’s expertise spans counties in West Alabama and even parts of the Florida Panhandle, where he works closely with clients to help them navigate the ever-changing market. He credits his experience in the army as preparing him for the unique challenges each landowner brings. "In my previous life, the mission of the day could change on a dime," he explains. "It’s still like that in this line of work because every client is unique and comes with their own objectives."
(Previously published in November 2024 newsletter.)