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USDA Working To Build Logger Relief Program
Officials with the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) are working to develop a program to disburse $200 million in Loggers Relief funds as part of the federal COVID Relief Act signed in December, and some logging associations are doing surveys to…
New From Tigercat: 875E Logger
The no-compromise 875E logger introduces several new features, including an updated operator station, two undercarriage options and various grapple configurations to tailor the machine to your specific needs. The 875E logger is a multi-purpose carrier with two boom...
Louisiana Mills Receive Big Investments, Upgrades
Recent announcements by Weyerhaeuser and International Paper to invest in their respective Louisiana laminated veneer lumber (LVL) and paper and linerboard mill facilities are welcome news in a state that’s seen its forest resources battered by…
IKEA Partner Buys More Timberland
Ingka Group, a major franchise partner in the IKEA system, operating 380 IKEA stores in 31 countries, has acquired nearly 11,000 acres located in southeast Georgia near the Altamaha River Basin from The Conservation Fund. Ingka Group, based in the…
Western Producer Goin’ South
Idaho Forest Group (IFG) is building a sawmill in Lumberton, Miss. in Lamar County. The project is a $120 million corporate investment and will create up to 135 jobs. Headquartered in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, IFG operates six sawmills and a…
New From John Deere: Shovel Logger
The new John Deere 953ML shovel logger provides a purpose-built solution for loggers operating in wetland and swamp conditions. The 953ML is equipped to help loggers outmaneuver muck, tackling challenging job sites with its powerful live heel boom, durable track...
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