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Researchers discover large infestation of hemlock pests in Ontario

This summer, scientists found a large infestation of hemlock woolly adelgid in Ontario that had gone undetected for some time.


New Brunswick Lumber Producers to appeal U.S. ruling on softwood lumber duties

Association calls for the historic Maritime provinces’ exemption from U.S. lumber duties to be reinstated.


U.S. ruling on softwood lumber duties welcome but disappointing: BC Lumber Trade Council

Group says duties hurt not only B.C. businesses and workers, but also U.S. consumers looking to repair, remodel and build new homes.


Volvo Trucks introduces new zero-emissions truck

Imagine a truck that only emits water vapor, produces its own electricity onboard and has a range of up to 1,000 km.
 
Featured News 
 
Softwood lumber market mid-year update

Softwood lumber market mid-year update

A snapshot of the North American softwood lumber market as of June. » Read it now!
 
Derek Nighbor

Social license in the forest industry: Q&A with Derek Nighbor

FPAC CEO talks about what it means on a national scale to have, or lack, social license, why it matters, and what we, as an industry, should be doing about it. » Learn more...
 
News 
 

Conifex reduces operations at B.C. sawmill

Conifex Timber is reducing its operating schedule to a one-shift basis at its Mackenzie, British Columbia sawmill commencing August 29. » Read more...

SCA, Scania introduce world’s first electric timber truck

SCA and Scania developed the world’s first electric timber truck with a capacity of 80 tonnes, with a goal to make the entire value chain fossil-free. » Read more...

Western Forest Products appoints new president and CEO Steven Hofer

New CEO Hofer succeeds Don Demens, who will remain at Western in an advisory capacity until March 31, 2023 to ensure a seamless transition. » Read more...
 
Events 
 

Great Lakes Logging & Heavy Equipment Expo

Date: September 8 - 10, 2022
Location: Green Bay, Wisconsin
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CIF National Conference & AGM

Date: September 10 - 15, 20222
Location: Sault Ste. Marie, Ont.
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130th Annual Hoo-Hoo International Convention

Date: September 10 - 13, 2022
Location: Sacramento, California
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