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Suzano and Kimberly-Clark Form $3.4 Billion Joint Venture in Global Tissue Market
Suzano and Kimberly-Clark have formed a $3.4 billion joint venture to produce and distribute tissue products globally, combining industrial scale with brand
Forestry Equipment for Small Logging Operations in 2025
Essential forestry equipment for small logging operations in 2025. Learn how the right tools improve efficiency and support sustainable forestry practices.
Carbon Offsets Are Reshaping the Canadian Forestry Sector
How carbon offset programs are reshaping Canadian forestry by supporting sustainable practices, generating revenue, and aligning forest management with climate
The Working Forest Lumber Forecast – June 2025
June 2025 lumber prices are projected to rise to $600/1,000 board feet, continuing volatility seen since late 2024. Explore 6-month trends and market insights
Wooden Nails in Light Wood-Frame Construction: An Alternative to Metal Fasteners
Densified wooden nails offer a sustainable, high-performance alternative to metal fasteners in light wood-frame construction, improving durability,
Vermont Forests in 2025: Land Use, Ecology, and Management
Learn how Vermont forests are managed for timber, habitat, and recreation while facing changing conditions and land-use pressures.
Uncertainty Surrounds Black Bear Population in British Columbia
B.C.’s black bear population remains uncertain due to outdated estimates. Learn how habitat loss, human conflict, and lack of current data are impacting
Mass Timber Construction Gains Traction in Sudbury’s Industrial Sector
Mass timber construction is expanding in Sudbury’s industrial sector as developers turn to cross-laminated timber (CLT) for sustainable, cost-effective
International Paper Consolidates Operations in Rio Grande Valley to Enhance Customer Service and Growth
nternational Paper is consolidating its Rio Grande Valley operations by closing Edinburg plants and investing in expanded facilities in McAllen, TX and a new
Wildfire Threats in Eastern Manitoba Lead to Precautionary Evacuations
Communities in eastern Manitoba face increasing wildfire threats in 2025. Learn about precautionary evacuations, wildfire risks, and how residents prepare for
North America’s Boreal Forest Tree Count: 277 Billion Trees
New research estimates 277 billion in North America’s boreal forest tree count, revealing higher density and greater climate change resilience. Learn about the
Wildfire Smoke Threatens North America as Hot, Dry Summer Forecasted
As the 2025 fire season unfolds, wildfire smoke remains a serious and unpredictable risk. While fire itself is often localized, smoke knows no borders — making
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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