Month: July 2025

205 posts

NAWLA And Portland Team Up

The Amaterra Winery in Portland, OR, served as the host venue for a recent North American Wholesale Lumber Association (NAWLA) regional meeting. Networking with industry peers and discussing insights into the lumber market were the goals of the four-hour event. Mike Riddle, CEO of Mike Riddle Construction, a custom home building and remodeling company in […]

Southern Cypress Promotion And Education Continues

In June, members of the Southern Cypress Manufacturers Association (SCMA), along with promotion sponsors, gathered for a 2025 Update Meeting at the Marriott Knoxville Downtown in Knoxville, Tennessee. The event was held in conjunction with the Hardwood Manufacturers Association’s 2025 National Conference and Expo. Attendees received an update on Cypress promotion initiatives, discussed on-going projects, […]

Northeast Business Trends

Sluggish Summer Markets In The Northeast By Cadance JohnsonAssociate Editor A wet spring caused a slow start to the summer season for the softwood industry and uncertainty around the globe caused customers to keep their wallets and pocketbooks closed. A lumber spokesperson in Vermont reported that the market in his area is a “little sluggish” […]

Skana Forest Products: Humble Beginnings, Entrepreneurial Spirit

Skana Forest Products: Humble Beginnings, Entrepreneurial Spirit “We’re a family-run business. Everyone on our team is family ― that includes customers and suppliers. Our long-standing relationships are based on trust, consistency and genu-ine friendship. Skana wouldn’t be what it is today without the incredible team we have.” – Kent Beveridge, President, Skana Forest Products (From […]

Inland West Business Trends

Sales Are Steady Throughout Inland West Region By Terry MillerPresident Sources that were contacted across the Inland West region at the time of this writing varied a bit as to how their markets were faring. One source commented that she has certain products that are selling much better than others. Another source stated that while […]

Henson Lumber Ltd. Hangs Their Hat On Family Values And Customer Care

Henson Lumber Ltd. Hangs Their Hat On Family Values And Customer Care “We hang our hat on being independent and just taking care of business and making our customer’s jobs run smoothly.” – Casey Wallace, senior vice president, Henson Lumber Ltd. Shown here are the inside and outside lumber and millwork sales employees, along with […]

Midwest Business Trends

The Midwestern Marketplace Trends Upwards Chris FehrMarketing Consultant / Editor Throughout the Midwest region sources that were contacted at press time all agreed that their businesses were doing well in the marketplace. One source noted that while his sales have slowed down some over the past two months that he is still doing well, and […]

Marine-Grade Lumber: Creating Resiliency In Waterfront Construction

Marine-Grade Lumber: Creating Resiliency In Waterfront Construction Photo courtesy of Culpeper Wood Preservers Pressure-treated lumber is a proven solution for strength and longevity in marine construction. By Chris Brown – Executive Vice President at Culpeper Wood Preservers Chris Brown serves as executive vice president at Culpeper Wood Preservers, a role he has held since 2020. […]

West Coast Business Trends

West Coast Grows Concerned For New Countervailing Duties By Zach Miller At the time of this writing the wood products industry is in a rut. The optimism that was shared by most at the beginning of 2025 has rapidly diminished as we head into summer. Elevated interest rates, access to fiber, sporadic demand and potential […]

NAWLA Regional Meeting Provides Vancouver Market Insights

The North American Wholesale Lumber Association (NAWLA) recently welcomed members and guests to a regional meeting at the Terminal City Club in Vancouver, BC. Kent Beveridge, of Skana Forest Products, served as moderator of a panel discussion (“Navigating Business in the Current Market Environment”) during the meeting. Panel speakers included Kurt Niquidet, of COFI, Brian […]