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The December 2025 update provides an overview of the latest pricing trends, demand indicators, and market pressures shaping North American softwood lumber as the industry transitions into the winter construction slowdown. With front-month futures recently moving in the low-to-mid US$550s per thousand board feet and several physical market indicators pointing toward reduced pu...
The 2025 Pack Fire ignited in November in a forested region of Mono County, California. What began as a rapidly spreading wildfire quickly prompted evacuations, property damage, and intensive firefighting efforts. In the days that followed, changing weather co...
Forests have been central to British Columbia’s economy for generations. Logging and wood processing have long supported employment, community development, and regional manufacturing. Today, however, travel patterns and economic trends are shifting. More visitors are coming to B.C. specifically for outdoor recreation and scenic experiences. Forest tourism is bringing increase...
Woodpeckers are known for their rapid, powerful pecking — a behavior strong enough to penetrate hardwood and create nesting cavities. While their striking ability has attracted scientific curiosity for decades, recent investigations into their movement patterns, muscle coordination, and breath control reveal a complex set of mechanisms operating far beyond simple head moveme...
Edmonton has identified a second case of Dutch elm disease (DED) this year, reinforcing concerns about the continued spread of the fungus within the city’s extensive elm population. The confirmation comes as urban-forest crews expand survey efforts and increase public awareness initiatives aimed at protecting one of the city’s most recognizable tree species.
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