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This evening (May 2) in New Glascow: Rehabilitation of the Appalachian Deciduous Forest

Posted on May 2, 2017 by admin

‘Just received news about an informative talk this evening (May 2): Nova Scotia was a mosaic of different forest associations that reflected differences in rock, soil, climate and First Nations management. While a large portion of the landscape was covered … Continue reading →

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Do economic woes lead to conservative forest use in Nova Scotia?

Posted on May 1, 2017 by admin

I recently re-visited a remnant woodland on gypsum karst near Avondale, an area slated in 2008 for expansion of the Miller’s Creek (Fundy Gypsum) mine. The expansion was approved by Nova Scotia Environment in February 2010. Then the downturn in … Continue reading →

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Independent review of forestry announced in Nova Scotia budget address

Posted on April 27, 2017 by admin

“Government will also appoint an independent expert to review our forestry practices to ensure we strike the right balance for our forests. This review will get underway as soon as possible, starting first in the western region. No future long-term … Continue reading →

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Naturalists question the science of sustainable forestry in Nova Scotia

Posted on April 26, 2017 by admin

“The Conservation Committee of the Halifax Field Naturalists has prepared a document commenting on the impacts of forestry in Nova Scotia on conservation of biodiversity and asking questions about the underlying science.” View: – Questions about forestry science forwarded to … Continue reading →

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WestFor Interim Agreement extended to Sep. 2017

Posted on April 26, 2017 by admin

A CBC report this a.m. indicated that the long term agreement being negotiated with WestFor to access and manage the Western Crown Lands has been extended to Sept., thereby placing the final decision until after an election likely to be … Continue reading →

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Softwood lumber tariff of 19.88% to hit Nova Scotia May 1

Posted on April 26, 2017 by admin

“After a day of uncertainty, the Nova Scotia government admitted late Tuesday afternoon it has lost a long-standing exemption from U.S. border taxes on softwood lumber exports from the province, at least for now.” J.D. Irving operating mainly in N.B. … Continue reading →

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Liberal MLA asks for review of Nova Scotia forest practices

Posted on April 25, 2017 by admin

MLA Joachim Stroink (Halifax Chebucto) posted a letter he wrote to Nova Scotia Natural Resources Minister Lloyd Hines: ….I have heard from my constituents about the importance of protecting our forests. They have specific concerns about the sustainability of our … Continue reading →

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Editorials and letters about forestry in Nova Scotia, continued..22Apr2017

Posted on April 22, 2017 by admin

In a CH op-ed today (Apr 22, Earth Day), Dale Smith questions the elevated status of forestry as the default use for Crown land in Nova Scotia. “The role and importance of Crown land as a publicly-owned asset effectively has … Continue reading →

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We can “cut less and do more” to foster a healthy forest economy in Nova Scotia

Posted on April 20, 2017 by admin

So said Robert Taylor, President of Taylor Lumber Co., in a presentation to the Nova Scotia Legislature Resources Committee today. The theme of the session was sustainable forestry. The other presenter was Jeff Bishop, Executive Director of Forest Nova Scotia. … Continue reading →

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NSDNR publishes A Field Guide to Forest Biodiversity Stewardship

Posted on April 19, 2017 by admin

From the NSDNR news Release (Apr 19, 2017): A new hands-on guidebook is available that describes how Nova Scotians can help keep the province’s woodlands healthy. “Three-quarters of our province is forest and preserving that rich biodiversity is a responsibility … Continue reading →

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