The Business of Maine's Forest Product Sector

This session will be a panel of two speakers: Dan LaMontagne, President of Seven Islands Land Company, managing over 800,000 acres of forestland, and Jessica Leahy, a University of Maine Professor and recent Outstanding Tree Farmer of the Year. Jessica was also featured in this session last year. The panel discussion will be led by […]

Dive into the world of forest harvesting in Maine. Explore the specialized techniques and equipment used in harvesting these valuable timber resources. This workshop will feature Donald Burr, PLC Safety and Training Coordinator. Sign up to attend this workshop

In Lumber Production in Maine, you'll go on a journey through the entire process of transforming towering trees into the fine lumber that's at the core of Maine's heritage. Delve into the art and science of lumber production, starting from the selection of trees and sustainable harvesting techniques, all the way through to advanced sawmill […]

In Forest to Workshop: Creations from Maine’s Timber, from 2-3 pm, you'll hear from entrepreneurs and artisans and learn about the journey of timber from Maine’s forests to the workshop. First, hear from Sue and Charlie Hinkel, owners of Wooden Way Creations, about the speciality products they create. Next, you'll hear from Ben Block of Block Brothers Custom […]

In Cutting-Edge Technology & Innovations Shaping Maine's Forest Products Sector, we'll explore the latest technological advancements revolutionizing Maine's forest products sector. Learn how state-of-the-art equipment and software are enhancing efficiency and sustainability. This workshop will feature Shane O'Neill, Forest Industry Business Development Manager at the University of Maine. Then, in The Missing Piece: Identifying Innovation […]