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Tree Frog Forestry News

December 23, 2024

Category: Special Feature

JD Irving acquires sawmill in Maine, Conifex moves to two-shifts
Friday, January 3, 2025

Irving Forest Products acquires Masardis sawmill in Maine, and Conifex Timber moves to a two-shift operation. In related news: Allegheny Wood Products is still selling its assets; Twin Rivers Paper … → Read More
Trump’s tariffs threaten energy exports on both sides of the border
Thursday, January 2, 2025

Trump’s tariffs said to threaten energy exports on both sides of the border. In related news: US softwood lumber duties are expected to double in late 2025; BC’s Minister of … → Read More
Outlook for 2025 – Tariffs on Friends and Foes Alike: ERA
Monday, December 23, 2024

ERA Forest Products Research’s outlook for 2025 includes expectation of tariffs on friends and foes alike. In related news: Trump’s tariffs could devastate New England; Resolute closes Maniwaki, Quebec sawmill … → Read More
Trudeau shuffles cabinet as US tariffs cast a shadow over trade
Friday, December 20, 2024

Justin Trudeau unveils new cabinet as Trump’s tariffs cast a shadow over US-Canadian trade. In related news: the US Hardwood Federation says they can’t survive another trade battle, and David … → Read More
Procter & Gamble commits to disclosures on wood sourcing
Thursday, December 19, 2024

BREAKING NEWS: The Council of Forest Industries announces the appointment of Kim Haakstad as their new President and CEO. Procter & Gamble commits to enhanced disclosures regarding sourcing from Canada’s … → Read More

Code Red Not Orange & Green For BC Forestry. By David Elstone, Managing Director, The Spar Tree Group

Another BC Forest Products Company In Trouble – Does This Trend Have An Ending? By David Elstone, Managing Director, The Spar Tree Group

In Washington, the softwood lumber case is seen as a poster child of US trade law enforcement. By Kevin Mason, Managing Director, ERA Forest Products Research

BC is mere weeks from a provincial election. The TLA says vote for a standard of living. By Bob Brash, Executive Director, Truck LoggerBC Magazine

Renewing our approach to natural resources can support shared economic prosperity, By BC Resource Sector Coalition, Business in Vancouver