About Littke Forest Research LLC

Science-based solutions for sustainable forest management

Littke Forest Research LLC provides independent scientific consulting in forest soils, forest nutrition, site productivity, and applied forest research. The company partners with forest landowners, industry, universities, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations to develop scientifically sound solutions that improve forest productivity, sustainability, and resilience.

Founded by Kimberly Littke, Ph.D., Littke Forest Research combines decades of research experience with practical applications in forest management. Dr. Littke has led and collaborated on research projects across the Pacific Northwest, specializing in forest nutrition, soil processes, long-term productivity, climate responses, experimental design, and statistical analysis.

In addition to consulting, Dr. Littke serves as an Instructor in Forest Soils at the University of Washington, where she teaches courses in Forest Soils and Site Productivity and Introduction to Soils. She has authored more than 25 peer-reviewed scientific publications and has worked with universities, forest products companies, research cooperatives, and public agencies to address complex questions in forest ecology and management.

Whether designing a field experiment, analyzing long-term datasets, evaluating forest management practices, or developing research proposals, Littke Forest Research is committed to providing rigorous, objective, and practical scientific guidance.

Areas of Expertise

  • Forest soils and soil productivity

  • Forest nutrition and fertilization

  • Experimental design and field studies

  • Statistical analysis and data visualization

  • Forest growth and productivity

  • Tree physiology and stable isotopes

  • Climate resilience and ecosystem processes

  • Scientific writing and technical review

Mission

To provide independent, science-based consulting that advances sustainable forest management through rigorous research, thoughtful collaboration, and practical solutions.

Why Work With Littke Forest Research?

  • Ph.D. in Forest Soils

  • More than 25 peer-reviewed publications

  • University instructor and experienced educator

  • Independent, objective scientific expertise

  • Experience collaborating with industry, academia, and government

  • Customized solutions grounded in sound science