Author: rpalma
Source: Portland Press Herald SPRINGVALE — When Saco Valley Land Trust conducted a timber harvest on some of its property in Biddeford last winter, the trust faced an issue unheard-of in logging country – the suburban sensibilities of neighbors. “We got complaints,” said Richard Rhames, a vegetable farmer and president of the land trust. “We […]
Montana Forest Products Week is finally here! Below is the latest calendar of events for the week. Please join us Wednesday the 19th for our open house. This is the first time our new show room will be open to the public. We’ll have a few minor things incomplete, but for the most part we’re done. […]
Source: Forest Business Network – BY TEDX TALKS – YOUTUBE Kathy Abusow is President & CEO of the Sustainable Forestry Initiative® Inc. (SFI), a non-profit that plays a central role in strengthening the vital links between sustainable forestry, responsible purchasing, and thriving communities. Kathy Abusow is committed to raising awareness that well-managed forests provide products and benefits […]
Source: Flathead Beacon Loggers and the Forest Service are working together to ensure that all trees will be around for future generations to enjoy I’m hoping to keep this brief so I don’t lose your attention. My husband and I were both lucky enough to be born in the beautiful state of Montana. Both of […]
Source: Linkedin By: Wendy Farrand No! I am not talking about your kitchen or bathroom sink, I am talking about your carbon sink. Two of the largest carbon sinks on the planet are the oceans and the forest. They suck up carbon out of the air to help fight pollution and mitigate climate change. Who is […]