The Northeast State Foresters Association recently released five new comprehensive reports on wood markets in the Northeast, detailing strategies for market retention and opportunities for growth. A summary of the reports' findings was provided in a recent webinar hosted by the lead researchers. Additionally, two free mobile apps designed to help Vermont loggers and sawmills enhance their business operations were recently released: LoginVT for logging businesses and iSawVT for sawmill businesses.
VHCB’s Farm & Forest Viability Program will be offering coaching services to Vermont’s farm, food, and forest products businesses to navigate the ongoing impacts of the pandemic, including helping with pandemic relief grants. Eligible business owners who are interested in receiving support should complete a brief application to be matched with an advisor who can provide support with topics like: navigating federal & state relief programs, financial and cash flow planning, shifting markets, adapting operations, and more.