Woodland News

New York Congresswoman Elise Stefanik is a cosponsor of the bipartisan Forest Recovery Act, legislation that will support timber farmers who have been affected by catastrophic loss events.

Recently the EPA has concluded its regulatory review of glyphosate and has determined that there are no human health risks associated with glyphosate and that it is not a carcinogen.

This document discusses various factors related to timber grading and marketing. It aims to maximize the value of logs and trees by understanding different timber grades and markets. Various defects that can impact grading are defined. The Forest Service factory grading system is also outlined, which divides logs into four faces and grades the third best face. Understanding these quality factors is important for successfully selling timber.

Many of us approach the new year with having the mindset of a fresh start or new beginning with hopes of growing new healthy aspects of our lives.

Good news just came to the forefront; “Phase 1” of the trade deal with China was recently signed, and the Fact Sheet put out by the White House SPECIFICALLY NAMES HARDWOOD LUMBER as one of the key commodities China has agreed to commit to purchasing! 

According to an old adage, “the more things change, the more they stay the same……..”  Or do they? 

Regional reports claim that ash lumber uppers are moving, but #1 and #2 common grades are not.

As we start our 66th year of business, we are reminded of all the blessings we’ve been provided over the years, allowing us to continue serving the terrific landowners in NY, PA, WV and many other states.

FORECON is very pleased to announce the hiring of Dr. Stuart Alan Moss as our Regional Office Manager for the company’s Oak Hill, West Virginia office.

The market for CLT (Cross-Laminated Timber) panels in the US is expected to reach over two million m3 in the next ten years.