What Economic Challenges Will Oregon’s Next Governor Need to Tackle?
Portland State University economist talks about Oregon’s economic present and future
- Published in Economy and Finance
What Will Close The Supply Gap?
The senior advisor of the Northwest Economic Research Center outlines the factors — including labor issues — driving supply shortages in Oregon.
- Published in Economy and Finance
Natural Allies
Why timber companies are turning to sustainable certifications.
- Published in Energy and Environment
Beyond the Timber Wars
Steve Zika, CEO of Hampton Lumber, discusses the effect of trade tariffs and how to manage downturns.
- Published in Manufacturing
‘People Don’t Have To Move Here to Find Work’
Economist Thomas Potiowsky discusses Oregon’s employment prospects.
- Published in Economy and Finance
Help Wanted
Southern Oregon manufacturers, like the rest of the nation, struggle to fill key positions.
- Published in Manufacturing
News release: First loan from new fund will support Eastern Oregon mills, create jobs
The first loan from a new fund designed to speed the harvesting and processing of Western Juniper has been issued to a wood processor in central Oregon.
- Published in Must Reads
Fighting Fire With Fire
Timber companies and environmental groups take a stab at collaboration to boost logging and restoration in Oregon fires.
- Published in Farms and Forests