Economists say Trump’s tariff rational is based on bad math, as Trudeau and US builders warn of higher costs. In related news: the not-so-secret way around US tariffs on kitchen cabinets. In other Business news: Canada invests in Ontario First Nations bioenergy project;  Smurfit Westrock launches sustainable paper pallet wrap; US job growth surges as unemployment falls; comparing wood and concrete construction costs; Fastmarkets highlights Q1 trends for softwood lumber.

In Wildfire news: California partners with feds for rapid response to fires; Coulson Aviation reports live from fire front; and Alaska and Alberta help with helicopters and water bombers. In Forestry news: Oregon pushes back on US plan to kill barred owls; an Ecojustice study points to pesticide risks as Canada’s use soars; and time is short for BC to meet its 30×30 conservation target.

Finally, Oregon’s State Forester Cal Mukumoto surprises with letter of resignation.

Kelly McCloskey, Tree Frog Editor