by Working Forest | Aug 5, 2025 | News, Articles
In the forestry sector, bark has often been viewed as a low-value byproduct—a layer to be removed and discarded to access the valuable wood beneath. However, new research is revealing that this rough outer covering could have untapped value, especially in the case of...
by Working Forest | Aug 4, 2025 | News
The Fraser River, one of British Columbia’s most vital freshwater systems, is facing a new and intensifying threat: the growing influence of nearby wildfires. As British Columbia continues to experience hotter, drier summers, wildfires are becoming more frequent and...
by Working Forest | Jul 31, 2025 | News
A recently discovered 400-year-old red spruce in the Lorneville area of Saint John has provided a rare glimpse into New Brunswick’s natural history, showcasing the environmental and scientific importance of old growth trees. As mature forests continue to decline...
by Working Forest | Jul 30, 2025 | News
You probably didn’t know that forests have long been painted, marked, and modified by people attempting to manage tree growth and biodiversity. But today, thanks to new technology and modelling, there’s a smarter way to do it—by arranging trees with purpose. Tree...
by Working Forest | Jul 28, 2025 | News, Articles
Over the past several years, rising temperatures and below-average precipitation have placed intense pressure on forests across northern regions. These drought-stressed forests are showing signs of strain—from increased seed release to widespread tree mortality—and...
