Continued uncertainty related to the coronavirus, the absence of a post-Brexit trade deal and ongoing rail blockades in Canada, are taking a toll on global supply chains, log exports and the stock market. In other Business news: US housing starts are forecast to rise in 2020; Northern Pulp’s mill closure hits Nova Scotia revenues; Boise Cascade to close its I-joist mill in Roxboro, North Carolina; and Rayonier Advanced Materials reports Q4 and 2019 losses.

In Forestry news: BC First Nations in Chilliwack area recognized for protecting spotted owls; FPInnovations’ sustainable revolution; Oregon’s Dep’t of Forestry responsible for their lack of firefighting monies; and ENGO’s question Sweden’s reputation as a world leader in sustainable forestry.

Finally, Ontario’s residential builders say province’s codes a drag on tall wood innovation.

Kelly McCloskey, Tree Frog Editor