The President of J.D. Irving Limited says the forestry industry is in a transition period.
Jim Irving tells CHSJ News while aspects of the industry are in hard times, like lumber, other portions have the potential for growth like the tissue and packaging business.
Jim Irving tells CHSJ News while aspects of the industry are in hard times, like lumber, other portions have the potential for growth like the tissue and packaging business.
He says the industry is ready to turn the corner because of a great workforce and modern mills.
He believes a key component is to know how much timber will be made available from the provincial government.
