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April 6, 2015 - Largest price drop since 2005

By Rick Sohn Ph.D Umpqua Coquille LLC Timber Industry Report March 30, 2015 Nasty US weather and excellent local weather combined to lower log and product prices, and stall homebuilding. Other statistics suggest underlying strength, which should lead to upturns this Spring. Trends of lumber, home construction, and housing markets, […]


April 3, 2015 - California wines respond to arsenic claims

By Wine Institute Wine Institute Statement on Possible Arsenic Litigation As the association of 1,000 California wineries, Wine Institute is very concerned with the health and safety of consumers who enjoy wine. We have learned of possible litigation alleging that certain wines pose a risk to consumers because they contain […]


April 1, 2015 - Bills impose strict fuel rules on Ore. Ag

By Oregon Farm Bureau, On Wednesday, the House Committee on Health Care and Senate Committee on Environment & Natural Resources will hold hearings on HB 3310 and SB 824, respectively. These bills would impose strict diesel emissions requirements on Oregon’s family farmers and freight operators, reducing our competitiveness. HB 3310 […]