Harvesting of the trees is done by low impact extraction methods that minimize soil disturbance. Forest residues are deliberately left on the ground after harvesting and spread evenly to provide nutrients to the soil.

Harvesting is performed by loggers benchmarked against APRIL's "best practice template" which sets performance and professional standards for different terrains and conditions as well as safety practices.

Harvested logs are transported to the mill by trucks - many of which are owned by local contractors, and operated in partnership with APRIL, thus fostering the development of a new class of local entrepreneurs.