Harden Furniture Co. has announced plans to install an estimated $3 million in new technology as part of the residential and contract furniture and casegoods manufacturer's lean manufacturing initiatives.

Thousands of Americans celebrate Independence Day by heading to national and state parks, campgrounds, and forests to enjoy the outdoors. Many will bring along their own firewood for convenience - not realizing that bringing firewood from home poses a serious risk to the nation's forests by potentially spreading tree-killing pests.

American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) President and CEO Donna Harman testified today on Capitol Hill on the implementation and enforcement of the 2008 Lacey Act amendments, citing industry concerns over the proposed RELIEF Act (H.R. 3210) and FOCUS Act (H.R. 4171).

The University of Georgia Center for Forest Business recently received a data collection program from forest industry consulting firm Forisk Consulting.

In testimony on Capitol Hill today, U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell emphasized the importance of collaboration in developing restoration projects on national forests and grasslands.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s final Planning Rule for America’s 193-million acre National Forest System that includes stronger protections for forests, water, and wildlife while supporting the economic vitality of rural communities.

Air Burners, Inc., of Palm City, FL, is using bar code scanning technology so operators in the field can scan QR Codes on their FireBox machines with a smartphone and instantly download and read operating manuals and servicing information.

Western Forest Products Inc. announced its second quarter 2011 results.

Third Party Certifier Poised to Serve Growing Indonesian Timber Market.

The Nature Conservancy and the Sustainable Forestry Initiative explored Responsible Sourcing for Bioenergy Feedstocks.