by Working Forest | Oct 16, 2025 | Articles, News, Wildfires
Wildfire mitigation near mountain townsites requires balancing public safety, ecological factors, and recreational access. In high-risk landscapes adjacent to communities, managers use a mix of fuel treatments, strategic forest harvesting, and landscape planning to...
by Working Forest | Oct 15, 2025 | Articles, News
Wood-fiber feedstocks have long been a cornerstone of the American forest industry, supplying pulp mills, paper plants, and an expanding range of bioproduct manufacturers. Over the past decade, however, the composition and direction of that demand have changed...
by Working Forest | Oct 10, 2025 | Articles, Building Construction, Industries, News
Modular housing has emerged as one of the most efficient and adaptable methods in the construction industry. By producing entire building sections in controlled factory environments, builders can reduce waste, improve quality, and complete projects faster. When...
by Working Forest | Oct 6, 2025 | Articles, News
Across North America, countless small rivers and creeks wind through forests that have supported industry, wildlife, and rural livelihoods for generations. These waterways, once vital transport routes for logs and habitat for fish, are often overlooked today. Yet...
by Working Forest | Sep 29, 2025 | Articles, News
Lumber prices reached their lowest levels of 2025 in early September after a sharp late-summer decline. Oversupply, inventory pressure, and slower demand all contributed to the downturn. While short-lived rebounds may occur, the overall market faces a period of...
by Working Forest | Sep 26, 2025 | Articles, Forecasts, News
What has happened since last month? As of mid-September 2025, the North American lumber market shows mixed signals. Futures prices remain relatively supported near $570–$585, while spot and composite indices are weakening. U.S. housing starts have cooled, and Canadian...
