In 2009, there were 13 primary wood-processing mills in North Dakota, 4 more mills than in 2003, and there were 23 active primary wood-processing mills in South Dakota, 2 fewer mills than in 2004. This book focuses on the timber industry in Dakotas and provides an assessment of timber product output and use in 2009.

This handbook provides essential information on toxicology, risk assessment, analysis, monitoring, human and ecological effects, treatment alternatives, ecosystem health, compliance, and much more.