Month: April 2024

186 posts

Lake States Trends 

Contacts in the Lake States region accounted for average Hardwood activity, with many stating they expect supply shortages in the coming months.  An Indiana Hardwood supplier said, “Business activity for us and our customers has been slow. Market conditions are better than last quarter, but things are still slow.” The source specializes in the production […]

Robust Walnut Activity Discussed At AWMA Meeting

Members of the American Walnut Manufacturers Association (AWMA) met in Indianapolis, IN, at the Indiana Hardwood Lumbermens Association’s Convention recently to conduct business on behalf of the Association.   Members reported that the Walnut business – green lumber, KD lumber and logs – is robust and most products are steadily moving. Competition for logs is stiff and […]

Cypress Promotion In 2024

Late last month, members of the Southern Cypress Manufacturers Association (SCMA), along with promotion sponsors, gathered for the association’s 2024 Annual Meeting at The Charleston Place in Charleston, South Carolina. The event was held in conjunction with the Hardwood Manufacturers Association’s 2024 National Conference and Expo held at the luxury hotel. Attendees were briefed on […]

FCL Hears How Prison Ministry Changes Lives

The Fellowship of Christian Lumbermen (FCL) recently learned how God has opened a door to ministry for one member. The remarks came at the Indiana Hardwood Lumbermen’s Association 2024 Convention in Indianapolis, IN.  The men participated in singing worship songs led by Nate Phillips of GL Beaumont Hardwoods. FCL Board member Rob McCarthy of Northwest Hardwoods […]

Solid White Oak Resort and Specialty Beach Products at H&T Chair Co. Inc. 

“We wanted a product that would last in all of the outdoor elements.White Oak doesn’t mind a harsh environment. It’s an amazing wood. I have chairs in the concession market that are literally over 40 years old and are still being used on the big rush holidays.” ~ Rick Todd, Owner, H & T Chair […]

IBS/KBIS Enjoys Impressive Growth In 2024

The Las Vegas (NV) Convention Center recently welcomed the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) International Builders’ Show (IBS) and the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS). This year marked the biggest IBS in 15 years with 1,700+ exhibitors, of which 45 percent were new.  The two events co-located […]

IHLA Sells Out As Attendees And Exhibitors Fill Convention Venue

A sold-out exhibitor’s hall recently welcomed guests and members of the Indiana Hardwood Lumbermen’s Association (IHLA) Convention at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown in Indianapolis, IN. The event was attended by approximately 1,200 people. The three-day event kicked off with a Board of Directors meeting followed by a welcome reception. The second day was packed with […]

SCMA

Cypress Promotion In 2024 Late last month, members of the Southern Cypress Manufacturers Association (SCMA), along with promotion sponsors, gathered for the association’s 2024 Annual Meeting at The Charleston Place in Charleston, South Carolina. The event was held in conjunction with the Hardwood Manufacturers Association’s 2024 National Conference and Expo held at the luxury hotel. […]

Adding Star Power To The Industry In 2024

Who isn’t always looking for ways to keep valuable conversations going with customers and others who could benefit from learning what you know–especially when it relates to the Hardwood industry? This year the Chinese astrological calendar has put our industry in the spotlight, without even trying, because 2024 is the Year of the Wood Dragon. […]

Despite Current Headwinds, AHEC Sees Europe As An Important Growth Market For U.S. Hardwoods

There’s no denying 2023 was a challenging year for U.S. Hardwood mills: production hit historically low levels and demand has declined both domestically and in export markets around the world, including in Europe, where lumber exports are down nearly 40 percent compared to 2022.  And in the current economic and geopolitical situation, we’re under no illusions […]