The Softwood Lumber Board’s Investments Are Critical For Both Developers And Lumber Producers

By Troy Harris Managing Director, Jamestown
Miller Wood Trade Publications
January 9, 2026
Category: Wood, Paper & Green Building
Region: United States

Troy Harris

As Managing Director of Timberland and Innovative Wood Products at Jamestown, I wear two hats… As a forester, I oversee our investors’ timberland portfolio of nearly 90,000 acres…  I understand the critical importance to landowners of strong, healthy markets for forest products. Healthy markets drive well-managed and sustainable forestry practices, which in turn lead to healthier forests. Jamestown is committed to sustainable forest management, which makes us naturally aligned with the Softwood Lumber Board’s (SLB’s) mission to grow demand for lumber. …My second role, focused on innovative wood products, is unique because Jamestown is also a commercial real estate developer. Sustainability is deeply rooted in our values and is critical to our investors. …The SLB’s vision isn’t just one I admire—it’s one I believe in. That’s why I’m honored to have been nominated to the Board of Directors as one of the first public members. 

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