Month: July 2023

221 posts

Telling Our Industry’s Story

Established in 2019, the Real American Hardwood Coalition (RAHC) set out to unite the collective efforts and resources of our industry to advance American Hardwood as the Naturally Authentic™ choice. Fast forward to 2023 and the RAHC is inspiring a stylish and healthy environment by educating consumers and design pros about the many benefits of […]

Architectural Casework, Cabinetry And Mouldings At Rainey Millworks LLC

Hattiesburg, MS–Rainey Millworks LLC, based here, manufactures architectural casework, cabinetry and mouldings. Over 100,000 board feet of Oak, Poplar, Cypress and Maple are purchased each year in FAS grade, 4/4, 6/4 and 8/4 thicknesses. Sapele from Africa is also regularly purchased by the company. Rainey Millworks purchases mostly random widths with 14- to 16-foot lengths […]

West Coast Business Trends – July 2023

Sources on the West Coast account for slower business conditions at the time of this writing after a busy first quarter. One contact in Washington said, “April was probably 40 percent slower, but we had a good first quarter.” As for what contributes to the slowdown he said, “We work with quite a few mills […]

Tax Takes Spotlight On The Hill

As Congress turns its attention to broader fiscal matters such as the debt ceiling and federal budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024, lawmakers have begun to roll out tax legislation that they hope will incentivize economic growth in an uncertain economic climate. On April 20, Sens. Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) and Kyrsten Sinema (I-AZ) and […]

Deer Park Welcomes Guests To Penn-York Meeting

State College, PA–Deer Park Lumber Inc. served as the host for the recent monthly meeting of the Penn-York Lumbermen’s Club, which was held here at Wyndham Garden and attended by 90 members and guests. A golf game at Mountain View Country Club kicked off the day. Later, the guest speaker was Jeff Nichols from Deer […]

Ontario Business Trends – July 2023

According to lumber contacts, even though production has been down, many species, grades and thicknesses are exceeding market demand. Exports to the U.S. and on international markets are also weak for key grade lumber items. Some say markets are very slow, almost at a standstill. Lumber is moving for whitewoods but not sufficiently to stabilize […]

App-ily Exposing Jr. High Students To Sustainable Forestry And Industry Careers

No, that’s not a typo in the title! Let me explain… You’re already familiar with our signature Truth About Trees learning kit that teaches K-3 students about sustainable wood products, and industry careers. NAFF is preparing to develop a digital version of the kit designed specifically for the junior high age group. Recently, I had […]

SWHMC Enjoys Annual Spring Crawfish Boil

Natchez, MS–Members and guests of the Southwestern Hardwood Manufacturers Club (SWHMC) met here recently at Natchez Grand Hotel for their annual roundtable meeting and crawfish boil. Sawmill representatives in attendance offered a mixed glimpse of how the market activity for them is performing. The following comments are from Mississippi reps: •April was a very good […]

Trade Talk – July 2023

NEW ORLEANS, LA – Robinson Lumber Company, located here, a supplier of high-quality lumber products, announced an expansion of its New Albany, IN yard, marking a pivotal milestone in the company’s growth strategy. The expansion project will double the footprint of the facility, enabling the implementation of cutting-edge technologies and processes to enhance production capabilities. […]

Quebec Business Trends – July 2023

The usual slowdown in business was felt as the summer construction break took effect at the end of July. Also, the industry is seeing a slowdown in demand for Hardwood lumber, products and finished goods. There are concerns on lumber supplies as the pulp and paper industry is seeing a slowdown in their production as […]