by Working Forest | Apr 27, 2025 | Articles, News
Urban boreal forests play a key role in northern cities, providing biodiversity, recreational spaces, and contributing to environmental health. These forests, found in cities such as Helsinki and Stockholm, help regulate urban temperatures, filter pollutants, and...
by Working Forest | Apr 25, 2025 | News
Finland’s timber industry is grappling with a notable timber shortage that is influencing both production strategies and market conditions. As a key player in Europe’s timber market, Finland’s forestry sector is facing significant challenges, prompting...
by Working Forest | Apr 25, 2025 | News
The forestry sector in British Columbia, a vital part of the province’s economy, is experiencing significant changes, particularly in northern B.C.. Vanderhoof, a town historically dependent on sawmills for employment, recently faced the closure of its Plateau sawmill...
by Working Forest | Apr 24, 2025 | News
Prescribed burns are a vital tool in wildfire management, offering an effective way to reduce the buildup of flammable materials and help protect forests from uncontrollable wildfires. Often referred to as “beneficial fires,” prescribed burns are carefully...
by Working Forest | Apr 23, 2025 | News, Articles
ALPENA, MI — Michigan’s forestry industry is dealing with significant damage following an ice storm that struck the state in early January 2025. The storm, which brought heavy freezing rain and high winds, downed trees and damaged thousands of acres of forest land....
