by Working Forest | Jan 6, 2020 | Archives
Profit margins declined faster for sawmills in Finland than in neighbouring Sweden during 2018 and 2019, and in the 3Q/19 reached their lowest levels in 15 years, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. The financial health of the world’s lumber producers was mixed in...
by Working Forest | Jan 6, 2020 | Archives
Forecon/ Hardwood Review — Prices for several species of hardwood lumber from North America have fallen rapidly since last summer, coinciding with the implementation of tariffs on hardwood lumber exports to China. Slower growth in China’s economy and political...
by Working Forest | Dec 20, 2019 | Archives
Ottawa — For forestry workers and communities, 2019 was a challenging year. Market headwinds, cost pressures, combined with the devastating fallout of pest and fire outbreaks have put thousands out of work. Forestry communities across British Columbia have been...
by Working Forest | Dec 20, 2019 | Archives
By John Yakabuski Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry– The forest sector has been a vital segment of Ontario’s economy for generations. Today, it’s a $16-billion industry that provides 155,000 direct and indirect jobs across the province. In communities...
by Working Forest | Dec 20, 2019 | Archives
MOLINE, Ill. – John Deere is offering an upgrade to its comprehensive warranty coverage on all new forestry equipment products purchased from Nov. 1, 2019, to Feb. 29, 2020. “Understanding today’s challenging business climate, we’re aiming to help customers maximize...
