Gov. Gianforte Presents Annual Forest Products Award to Stoltze Lumber

By Gov. Greg Gianforte
State of Montana
October 28, 2025
Category: Forestry
Region: US West

COLUMBIA FALLS, Mont. – Governor Gianforte presented his annual Forest Products Award to the F.H. Stoltze Land & Lumber Company … in recognition of their commitment to active forest management and the production of Montana wood products. …The company practices active forest management, including sustainable harvest practices, stewardship of 40,000 acres of timberland, and operation of a biomass co-generation facility that powers up to 3,000 homes, exemplifying their dedication to Montana’s forests, economy, and rural communities. Stoltze is one of the few remaining fully integrated forest products companies left in the northwest, meaning they own and manage timberland and operate a sawmilling facility. The award recognizes an outstanding person or entity for their work to actively manage Montana forests, responsibly develop forested resources, and promote the use of Montana wood products.

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