Researchers have been studying the science of forests and their root systems for centuries, and just over 20 years ago, ecologist Suzanne Simard discovered that trees actually do communicate with one another on a microbial scale. Scientists have nicknamed this intricate system the Wood Wide Web as it is comparable to the many social networks […]
NHLA is honoring World Environment Day by exploring a few of the endless ways in which hardwood forests support and sustain our health, economy, and planet. We support and celebrate our members’ tremendous dedication to sustainable forestry and production practices at every level of the hardwood supply chain. Below, we have outlined a few of […]
Credit cards may seem like a contemporary convenience that is assuming the place of paper money and coinage. Credit systems have actually been in place for centuries, and it all began with the hardwood industry. Wooden tally sticks were one of the first reliable forms of credit adopted by cultures around the world during the […]
If you are lucky, at some point in your career you have worked for a manager who recognized his or her responsibilities to their team. This person was more than likely confident, decisive and was able to make the right decisions that helped move you, and your team forward. They were future-focused and may have taught […]
The last 35 years have seen a number of advancements in handheld computers and scanning equipment. So much so that the methods in which we can generate tallies seems endless.
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