The virtual Global Buyers Mission attracted 660 buyers and sellers of wood products, 85% of the usual in-person event. In other association news: the BC Forest Professionals’ AGM starts tomorrow; and the Southern Forest Products’ Tami Kessler is retiring after 45 years. Meanwhile: BC resources are said to pave the road to recovery; Western Forest Products has a new collective agreement; PotlatchDeltic reports positive Q4 and 2020 results; Rambler Wood Products announces new Virginia facility; and Weston Forest has a new VP sales.
In Forestry/Climate news: COP26 to focus on worldwide forest protection; US scientists confirm 2020 tied the record for hottest year; BC conservationists argue the climate impact of clearcuts; and BC allocates monies to increase wood fibre use.
Finally, from a groundhog in Pennsylvania, prepare for six more weeks of winter!
Kelly McCloskey, Tree Frog Editor