KSFIC is the authorised logging agency for the Karnataka Forest Department. Logging is taken up in forest areas as per the Govt of India approved Working Plans. After enumeration of the trees to be harvested, the coupe is handed over by the Forest Department to KSFIC for logging. Systematic logging work is taken up and the work is generally completed in about 3 – 4 months’ time. Pulp wood from the coupes is procured by KSFIC on the royalty rates determined by Govt of Karnataka and further traded to paper industries. Similarly, firewood required for retail sale depots is procure on royalty basis and sold. Secondary (plantation) timber and billets are procured, converted to sizes, treated, seasoned and used in manufacture of block boards, panels, furniture etc. Remaining materials including logs is delivered to the designated depots of the Forest Department for eventual e-auction.

KSFIC also undertakes purchase of standing trees and bamboo from private owners, harvests the produce and utilises them for manufacture of other products. However, the growers have to produce necessary documents for ownership and if necessary obtain permission from the authorities concerned for felling of trees.