Tariff anxiety continues and is now refocused on the latest deadline. Perspectives include:
- ERA’s Kevin Mason: Devoting time and energy on potential tariffs is a tax on the forest industry
- OFIA’s Ian Dunn: The reprieve is welcome, but it means nothing until it’s been resolved
- COFI’s Kim Haakstad: It’s going to increase the cost of housing for Americans
- California Homebuilders: Tariff pause means lumber price hike is avoided
- North Carolina Analyst Algenon Cash: There are no winners in a trade war
In other Business news: New Brunswick’s forest companies ask court to revisit Wolastogey Nation title claim; Enviva Biomass closes Amory Mississippi facility; and freezing temperatures caused sulfur-like odor at IP’s closed Georgetown mill. In Forestry/Climate news: JDSupra opines on the US withdrawal from the Paris Climate Accord; a new study on biochar’s carbon storage potential; Maine evolves wildfire preparations with real-time updates; and the Forest Professionals BC conference starts today in Victoria.
Finally, February is best know for Valentine’s Day – but at Tree Frog, it’s the month we reach out to our Sponsors and Friends to renew their support. Their financial support is what keeps the Tree Frog hopping. If you’re interested in joining our prestigious list of supporters, email sandy@treefrogcreative.ca for more information.
Kelly McCloskey, Tree Frog Editor