Whenever possible, I source wood from local, "organic", sustainable orchards and farms. The same orchards and farms where I source my veggies, fruits and nuts. Going directly to the orchards and farms, I get to ask questions about what I'm getting before accepting anything. After speaking directly with friends and workers at the orchards and farms, I know when the wood was cut, species of the wood and get to select what I take home.
Ever consider where the bagged wood from Home Depot and the like are sourced? Can it be considered safe, only on the premise a large chain of stores offers it, rather than from the actual orchard where it is grown?