Mississippi’s 2023 timber harvest is expected to exceed 36 million tons, a record for the 21st Century, the Mississippi State University Extension Service reported.
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Washington Sets Aside 2,000 Acres of State Forest Land for Conservation
Washington Commissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz announced on Monday a proposal to conserve some 2,000 acres of state forest land, The Seattle Times reported.
USDA Forest Service Prepares to Celebrate Smokey Bear’s 80th Birthday
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) and USDA Forest Service jointly announced a yearlong celebration of Smokey Bear on his 80th birthday.
Oregon State University Forest Modeling Helps Identify Best Harvesting Rotations for Maximum Carbon Sequestration
Forest modeling by Oregon State University scientists shows that a site’s productivity is the main factor that determines which time period between timber harvests allows for maximum above-ground carbon sequestration.
BC’s Klahoose First Nation Signs Landmark Forest Tenure Agreement With Interfor
The Klahoose First Nation has signed a deal with Interfor to purchase a tenure of 181,036 cubic meters of annual cut of forest lands located on the Sunshine Coast in the Nation’s traditional territory, the Campbell River Mirror reported.
BC Announces Amendments to the Province’s Lumber Regulations
BC announced that it was adding new amendments to its lumber regulations. BC says they will provide more opportunities for wood products to be manufactured in the province.
US Commodity Futures Trading Commission Proposes Plan to Increase Oversight of Carbon Credit Markets
The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) proposed guidance for companies seeking to list voluntary carbon credits for trading, Reuters reported.
BC to Fund 19 New Projects Through Forest Enhancement Society of BC
BC announced funding for 19 new projects through the Forest Enhancement Society of BC to reduce wildfire risk, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and provide recovered fiber to mills and bioenergy facilities.
Weyerhaeuser Announces Sale and Purchase of Timberlands to Enhance Southern Timber Portfolio
Weyerhaeuser announced that it has entered into two distinct agreements with Forest Investment Associates to divest 69,600 acres in South Carolina for $170 million and to purchase 60,700 acres in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Mississippi for $163 million.
Nova Scotia Forestry Innovation Trust Announces New Funding to Aid Businesses Adopting Sustainable Forestry Practices
The Nova Scotia Forestry Innovation Trust is investing $9.85 million (CAD) in a new program to support businesses facing increased costs from adopting more sustainable forestry practices.