Forestry Uncut
Episodes
A Special Seasons Greetings Message
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Todd Burgess, Executive Director of Forest Nova Scotia, extends holiday greetings and expresses hope for the forestry sector's future. A big thank you...
Navigating Hope & Uncertainty
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Exploring viable solutions through economic Opportunities and prosperity in the forestry sector. In this episode of Forestry Uncut, host Todd Burgess ...
Forestry’s Future: Collaboration & Growth
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re joined by Derek Nighbor, President and CEO of the Forest Products Association of Canada, who offers an inside look at the tou...
Mentorship Shapes Forestry
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re joined by Spencer Coulstring of Freeman Lumber, whose journey from science communications to passionate forestry advocate hig...
Weekly News Update: October 24
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Forestry Weekly News: -Government of Nova Scotia cabinet shuffle and new minister.- Shannon Park as a part of 13 Billion Build Canada Hom...
How do we deal with the Softwood Lumber Tariff?
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re joined by George Ernst, CFO and controller at Freeman Lumber, one of Nova Scotia’s oldest and most respected lumber produce...
Weekly News Update: October 17
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Forestry Weekly News:- Forest sector faces 45% tariffs, urgent action required by government and the forest sector. - The wood ban restri...
Global Bluenosers
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Sean Meister, President and CEO of Global Bluenosers, to explore his remarkable journey from growing up in a multi-g...
Weekly News Update: October 10
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Forestry In Focus Weekly News:- Forest Nova Scotia was a sponsor and attended the Nova Scotia Forestry Festival at Lake Charlotte last ...
Weekly News Update: October 2
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Forestry In Focus Weekly News: - New Tariffs announced by the White House that impact CUSMA compliant trade, which includes softwood lumb...
What's the deal with Herbicides?
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Myths and realities in forestry management.Join us as we dive deep into the realities of forestry management in Nova Scotia, focusing on the use of he...
Weekly News Update: September 26
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Forestry Weekly News:-Forestry’s third annual Our Trees Campaign has been active this month, starting at the Bridgewater Farmer’s Mar...
Season 2 Trailer
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Forestry Uncut gives voice to the people, issues, and aspirations shaping forestry today, offering the public a clearer view of the industry while pro...
A lot has happened....
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Erin Trafford talks with FNS Interim Executive Director Todd Burgess about the positive changes and opportunities emerging withi...
Nordic Forest Innovations and Canada's Potential
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the pull of Nordic culture and its advanced forestry technologies. The Finns are the rockstars of forestry, and are shap...
Exploring Ledwidge Lumber - A Deep Dive into Family-Run Forestry
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we take a closer look at Ledwidge Lumber in Enfield, Nova Scotia. The family-run sawmill challenges common assumptions about forestry...
The Primal Connection and Bioenergy Solutions
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we tap into the primal connection humans have with forests and fire, exploring how our narratives around forestry and wood burning ha...
The Nova Scotia Wildfires of 2023
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we look at the harrowing experience of the Nova Scotia wildfires of 2023 with forester Matt Willett. Matt shares his firsthand accoun...
The Hero's Journey in Forestry
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the vital role of forestry in tackling global challenges and the innovative leaders driving change in the industry. Form...
"When I Say Forest....You Say?"
08 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the unexpected connections and challenges within the forestry sector in Nova Scotia. From the intriguing tale of an Indian...
Tackling Forestry Misconceptions and Communication Challenges
07 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Erin Trafford delves into the public perception issues surrounding the forestry sector with Stephen Moore*, former Executive Director...
Forestry Can Fix That
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Forestry Uncut, a podcast dedicated to uncovering the raw truths and realities of the forestry sector. Hosted by Erin Trafford, each episod...