In 10 Wisconsin counties, forestry is the No. 1 employer. Any mill closures or change in markets has a major impact on the economy. Chief State Forester Heather Berklund says the DNR's role is in all areas of the supply chain -- ensuring industry partners are supported, keeping forests healthy from invasive pests, working with landowners, and recruiting other forestry businesses to the state. The housing and remodeling market is still strong, but with interest rates hiking, it puts uncertainty on the lumber market. The biggest concern that DNR is working on with loggers is transportation costs.

In 10 Wisconsin counties, forestry is the No. 1 employer. Any mill closures or change in markets has a major impact on the economy. Chief State Forester Heather Berklund says the DNR's role is in all areas of the supply chain -- ensuring industry partners are supported, keeping forests healthy from invasive pests, working with landowners, and recruiting other forestry businesses to the state. The housing and remodeling market is still strong, but with interest rates hiking, it puts uncertainty on the lumber market. The biggest concern that DNR is working on with loggers is transportation costs.

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