We are in agreement there Ebbie, it occurs in this Province on a large scale too. The other problem I see, is one of lack of genetic diversity within monocultures. Because the emphasis is on fast growth, seed is usually selected from a limited number of seed provenences, because the value of the trees is primarily viewed as a commercial product. Change a few variables in the climate and those trees may not necessrily be the best at surviving. And unlike broccoli, there won't be a crop failure over just one year to deal with.

Alaska's transportation costs, like parts of BC, probably figure in a great deal too Ebbie. In BC a lot of small operators are squeezed out as well. There are benefits of scale with huge operations such as Weyerhuser here.

Considering the recent damage from hurricanes, sadly in some ways, I don't think depressed demand will be a continuing issue. Hopefully some of the massive amount of timber that has been damaged by the pine beetle in this province will fill the gap, rather than the healthy stuff.