Truck loggers, First Nations and forest companies see opportunity in BC’s new forestry plan, while ENGOs say it sets the stage for more conflict. In related news: UNDRIP is behind Horgan’s measured approach; Tom Fletcher on Horgan’s go-slow tenure take-back; and Forest Minister Conroy’s response to the protests—says additional deferrals expected.

In other news: lumber prices whipsaw again as US softwood tariffs gather heat; timber royalty rates are on the rise but not in New Brunswick; the San Group plans to expand its Port Alberni, BC operations; Red Leaf Pulp will build a straw pulp mill in Regina, Saskatchewan; and Canfor promotes vaccinations with charitable donations.

Finally, registration for the 2021 Virtual Canadian Bioeconomy Conference is open and FREE.

Kelly McCloskey, Tree Frog Editor