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Fossil Fuel Producers and Heat Waves on the U.S. West Coast
The U.S. West Coast has faced a series of record-breaking heat waves in recent years, from California’s Central Valley to Oregon and Washington. Scientists now emphasize that emissions...
Wildfire Legacies: How Burned Forests Shape Tomorrow’s Ecosystems
Wildfire legacies are reshaping forest recovery and resilience. Explore how burn severity, frequency, and climate change are altering ecosystems and forest management strategies.
Anahim Lake Wildfire Forces Evacuations in Central British Columbia
The Anahim Lake Wildfires are being monitored closely. Check out the latest news.
Lower Mainland Air Quality Alert: Wildfire Smoke Impacts
Wildfire smoke is affecting air quality in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley—what residents should know, how long it may last, and steps to protect health.
Michigan’s Singapore Beneath the Dunes
The buried 19th-century lumber town of Singapore, Michigan—once a thriving port on the Kalamazoo River, now hidden beneath towering dunes.
Soil Microbes After Wildfires: Long-Term Challenges for Forest Recovery
Wildfires can disrupt soil microbes for years, altering nutrient cycles and slowing forest recovery. Explore the long-term ecological impacts beneath the
Nova Scotia Wildfire Claims 20 Homes in Annapolis County
A Nova Scotia wildfire in Annapolis County has destroyed 20 homes and several outbuildings. Officials continue firefighting efforts as recovery and community
Twin Invaders: Tree of Heaven and Spotted Lanternfly Threatening Michigan
The tree of heaven and spotted lanternfly are threatening Michigan’s forests, orchards, and crops.
One-Story Segmented CLT Shear Walls
Floors, parapets, and lintels affect the lateral behavior of one-story segmented CLT shear walls and why accounting for these interactions improves safety.
Inside One of the Largest Wood Collections in the World
A look at the Smithsonian’s extensive wood collection, supporting research in species identification, conservation, illegal logging prevention, and
Wesley Ridge Wildfire Expected to Produce Smoke for Weeks
Updates on the Wesley Ridge wildfire near Cameron Lake on Vancouver Island, including smoke impacts, firefighting challenges, and expected smoke.
The Working Forest Lumber Forecast – August 2025
The Working Forest Lumber Forecast – August 2025: North American framing lumber sees modest weekly gains, softer futures trends, and easing upstream cost
Editorials
The Tree That Thrives on Lightning: Dipteryx oleifera
Dipteryx oleifera trees not only survive lightning strikes but gain a competitive advantage due to increased space, light, and nutrients.
Ralph Elwood Brock – America’s First Black Forestry School Graduate
Ralph Elwood Brock (February 15, 1881 – December 9, 1959) is recognized as a pivotal figure in the history of American...
Trump Tariff Trade War and Soft Lumber Prices
In a scene straight out of a classic Mexican standoff, three leaders stand locked in a tense showdown—Trump on one...
Sustainable Pulp and Paper Packaging – Is Bamboo the Answer?
The paper and pulp industry is grappling with sustainability. Most key factors that strain sustainability are all on...
Sawmill and Papermill shutdowns – the hidden impact when a mill closes
Explore the impact of sawmill and papermill closures . See how to balance economy with environmental concerns. Explore solutions for sustainable forestry and government support.
Why so many Saw Mill Roads in North America?
Discover the fascinating history and significance of Saw Mill Road in North America. Explore the lumber industry and its impact on our roads.
Billy Beal – Manitoba’s Black Sawmill Engineer Inspires Millions
In the early 1900s, Billy Beal, a Black sawmill worker who ventured to Manitoba’s Swan River Valley, broke barriers in...
Wyoming’s Tie Hacks – How Hard Work and Timber Shaped Logging History!
Did you know that the rugged landscapes of Wyoming played a pivotal role in shaping North America's logging industry?...
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