We have been deluged by responses to Barry Wynsma's thoughtful essay on Forest Service leadership - or the lack thereof. Provided here is some feedback on the essay.
U.S. and Canadian softwood sawmilling capacity declined by more than 24 million cubic meters over the last three years. This according to the U.S. Forest Service which, in a just released report, says that 150 mills were shut down between 2006 and 2009. The collapse of U.S. and Canadian housing markets is the primary reasons for the decline. Click below to read the full report.