Greg Watson watches as spruce logs destined for export to the U.S. are hauled from the forest floor in Nova Scotia's Cobequid hills.

The manager of the operation, Watson has worked in the industry for nearly 30 years. But it's an uncertain time with trade tariffs a growing concern.

U.S. President Donald Trump did not announce any tariffs against Canada during his inauguration on Monday but mused late in the day about introducing them on Feb. 1.

"We're already looking at other things we can do to g…