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US Forest Service Proposes Changes to Northwest Forest Plan
The US Forest Service is seeking public input on proposed changes to the Northwest Forest Plan, focusing on fire resilience, economic benefits, and forest
Former International Paper Plant in Orange Texas Creates New Jobs With $715M Investment
USG Paper’s $715 million investment in the former International Paper facility in Orange, Texas will create 120 to 150 new jobs, boosting the local community.
Georgia Forestry Foundation Promotes Mass Timber Construction
The Georgia Forestry Foundation is organizing meetings to promote the use of mass timber construction and its benefits in Georgia’s forestry and construction
Post-Fire Tree Planting Accelerates Forest Recovery, Study Finds
Post-fire tree planting accelerates forest recovery in burned areas, increasing regrowth rates by 25.7%, according to a groundbreaking study.
What Caused the LA Fires? Will We Ever Know & Does It Matter?
After any major disaster, forensic work is an essential part of the response, helping to uncover the truth behind what happened and, ideally, preventing future catastrophes. The recent...
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 side, Trudeau on another, and Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo holding her...
Why LA Wildfire Coverage Goes Viral and Other Wildfires Don’t?
Wildfires are a global phenomenon, yet the Los Angeles (LA) wildfires captured worldwide media attention, while other equally devastating fires, such as those in Canada, the Amazon...
Trump’s Soft Lumber Tariffs – A New Reality From An Old Idea
Two men sit across a dimly lit table, cigars smoldering in ashtrays, eyes locked in a silent battle of wills. One leans in, tapping a thick ledger filled with numbers—tariffs, duties,...
Massachusetts Architects Explore Wood As The New Concrete For Building Materials
At Payette, architects are leading the charge in the U.S. by focusing on a sustainable construction approach called embodied carbon reduction. This method aims to cut down greenhouse...
LL Flooring aka Lumber Liquidators Is Closing
LL Flooring aka Lumber Liquidators Moves forward with Bankruptcy and systematically shutting down stores to that end. Read the latest and the industry impact.
DEMO International Canadian Woodlands Forum Event Moves To Venosta, Quebec
Issued: September 6, 2024 Gatineau, Quebec – The Canadian Woodlands Forum flagship event, DEMO International will be moving into the Venosta, Quebec forest region later this month. DEMO...
Emerald Ash Borer – EAB is Discovered At 3 Oregon Sites
A destructive pest known as the emerald ash borer, which has wreaked havoc on ash trees across the United States, has now spread to Yamhill, Clackamas, and Marion counties in Oregon....
Editorials
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...
What Caused the LA Fires? Will We Ever Know & Does It Matter?
After any major disaster, forensic work is an essential part of the response, helping to uncover the truth behind what...
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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