Swedish roundwood prices rise in 2023

In 2023 the roundwood prices on delivery timber in Sweden increased for…

New Zealand log exports to China face challenges due to market shifts

The New Zealand log export industry faces challenges post-Christmas, grappling with fluctuating…

Parks Canada searching for whitebark pines resistant to fungus

Parks Canada searching for whitebark pines resistant to fungusJennifer Ellson Parks Canada…

Mountain pine beetle in steep decline in Alberta since 2019 peak

Mountain pine beetle in steep decline in Alberta since 2019 peakJennifer Ellson…

Steady lumber demand persists amidst stable prices: Madison’s

Steady lumber demand persists amidst stable prices: Madison’sJennifer Ellson In the week…

Firefighters respond to dryer explosion at Panolam Industries

Firefighters respond to dryer explosion at Panolam IndustriesJennifer Ellson Firefighters from Ontario’s…

West Fraser to permanently close Fraser Lake sawmill

West Fraser to permanently close Fraser Lake sawmillJennifer Ellson West Fraser Timber…

Update from the Hardwood Federation: Campaign 2024 is in Full Swing.

How You Can Take Action! As everyone is aware, 2024 is an election year.  Each and every one of the 435 seats in the U.S. House of Representatives are up for grabs as are 34 Senate seats.  Returning members, their opponents and candidates running for open seats, will all be hitting the campaign trail trying […]

Madison’s Lumber Prices Index January 19, 2024: US$474 mfbm

The Madison’s Lumber Prices Index for the week ending january 19, 2024 is: US$474 mfbm The Madison’s Lumber Prices Index for the week ending January 19, 2024 is: US$474 mfbmThis is -0.4%, or -$2, from the previous week when it was US$476. For information regarding the construction of this Index (species mix, weighed averages) please […] The post Madison’s Lumber Prices Index January 19, 2024: US$474 mfbm first appeared on Madison’s Lumber Reporter.

The German wood industry more optimistic about H1/2024

The mood in the German wood industry improved slightly in December 2023…