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Webinar: Managerial Assistance
SuccessFactors Website

All businesses need assistance in creating a business plan, setting goals and improving employee retainability. SuccessFactor is a company that produces integrated Performance & Talent Management solutions. Visit to register for upcoming Webinars or to view archived presentations. Many documents available for download. Very helpful!

Understanding the Treated Lumber Quality Mark
Example treated lumber quality mark

This article provides a brief overview of the information provided by the quality mark on treated lumber.
Sawmill Sawdust Particle Size vs. Potential Effects on Health
Human Respiratory System

There are some concerns that the sawdust produced at a sawmill might be to small and that it might affect respiratory health. This study analyzed particle size from 5 different machine centers in a hardwood sawmill with a microscope and concluded that minimum particle size was too large to be considered harmfull to the human respiratory system. It should be noted that this study did not examine the effects of sawdust with regards to the development of cancer cells in the human body.

Study On Forests, Forest Products Sets Stage For Educational Programs
Certified forests may be the next trend in lumber marketing, but non-industrial, private forest landowners generally are unwilling to foot the bill, according to a recent study.
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Biomass Energy Resources in Louisiana
Biomass Energy
A description of how biomass is being used for energy in Louisiana with an emphasis on the potential for expansion in the industry. (Revised 11/06)
Process Holds Promise For Recycling Pressure Treated Wood
A process for recycling treated wood products could save on disposal costs and liability concerns by keeping treated wood out of high-cost landfills, according to developers at the LSU AgCenter.
Use Preservative Treated Wood When Rebuilding After a Hurricane
use treated wood
Your new home can be safeguarded by using preservative-treated wood and following an integrated pest management program at the time of construction.
LSU AgCenter Recycling Could Keep Treated Wood Out Of Landfills
Recycling A Utility Pole
(Distributed 05/25/05) What to do with decommissioned, preservative-treated wood has become a burning issue. Well, not burning, actually. That’s one of the methods that can’t be used any longer, according to Dr. Todd Shupe of the LSU AgCenter.
Production and Marketing of Louisiana Pine Straw
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Pine straw may have a future as a promising new industry for Louisiana.
Managing Your Timberland Yourself vs. Leasing: Which Option is Best for You?
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Is leasing forestland a good idea? The answer depends on a variety of factors. This publication examines some hypothetical situations in which comparisons are made between leasing and self-management.
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