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...
by Working Forest | Jul 26, 2025 | News
If you’ve seen a noticeable increase in floating white fluff around your community this summer, you’re not alone. This airy material, often mistaken for cotton or even snow, is actually a natural form of seed dispersal by trees like poplars, aspens, and...
by Working Forest | Jul 24, 2025 | News, Invasive Species
Across coastal and southern regions of British Columbia, Scotch broom has become a recognizable feature of the landscape. While its bright yellow flowers may seem decorative in spring, this non-native shrub poses a range of environmental and economic challenges. From...
by Working Forest | Jul 23, 2025 | News
For decades forestry crews have walked through forests with paint cans, marking individual trees by hand to indicate which ones should be removed during thinning operations. It’s part of a long-standing effort to manage wildfire risk and promote healthy growth in...
by Working Forest | Jul 21, 2025 | News, Articles
As wildfires become more frequent and severe across Canada, new technologies are changing how fire agencies respond. Among the latest advancements is the increasing use of nighttime aerial firefighting—a strategy that allows water and retardant drops to continue after...
by Working Forest | Jul 19, 2025 | News
Engineered wood is emerging as a surprising contender in the design and construction of hospitals. Traditionally overlooked in medical environments due to assumptions about cleanliness, new findings suggest that engineered wood may resist microbial growth more...
