Have The Hard Discussion About Long Term Funding For RAHC

We are at the end of the year. We are also at the end of the first contract with Magnolia Network for the RAHC. We need a minimum of $1.4 million to keep it going for 2024. All our efforts last year only raised $700,000. Different companies from all sizes across the industry have stepped […]

2024 AHEC Events And Pavilions Are Opportunities To Connect With Customers And Find New Buyers

In challenging markets, the personal relationship between suppliers and customers is more important than ever. The American Hardwood Export Council is planning a busy schedule of events in 2024 to develop these connections for your company and grow your global markets. In addition to what we expect to be a full slate of design, marketing, […]

Looking Forward To 2024

As 2023 winds to a close, the Hardwood Manufacturers Association (HMA) is making preparations for our 2024 National Conference and Expo. The much-anticipated event will take place Monday–Wednesday, March 25–27, at The Charleston Place Hotel in Charleston, South Carolina. And if you’re an HMA member, industry supplier, or a Hardwood industry stakeholder, then you’re invited […]

U.S. Softwood Lumber Exports To Mexico Reach Record High

In 2022, U.S. Softwood lumber exports to Mexico reached an all-time high, totaling $282 million, and nearly double 2020 sales figures. Mexico is now the number one international market for U.S. Softwood lumber, unseating China in 2018 following a 25 percent U.S. tariff on wood products from China. January to August 2023 exports ($171 million) […]

A Great Year for NAWLA

It’s hard to believe that 2023 is already coming to an end but with 2024 fast approaching, we’d like to take a few moments to reflect on this past year and all the success NAWLA has had. 2023 Highlights Traders MarketThe industry event of the fall, the 2023 Traders Market is gearing up to be […]

APA Honors John Murphy As 2023 Bronson J. Lewis Award Recipient

John Murphy has been named the 2023 Bronson J. Lewis honoree. Now in its 18th year, the Bronson Lewis Award recognizes individuals for their leadership and outstanding contributions to the engineered wood industry. Murphy was presented with the award at the APA Annual Meeting in Palm Desert, California. The meeting took place Oct. 14-17, 2023. […]

APA Honors John Murphy As 2023 Bronson J. Lewis Award Recipient

John Murphy has been named the 2023 Bronson J. Lewis honoree. Now in its 18th year, the Bronson Lewis Award recognizes individuals for their leadership and outstanding contributions to the engineered wood industry. Murphy was presented with the award at the APA Annual Meeting in Palm Desert, California. The meeting took place Oct. 14-17, 2023. […]

A Great Year for NAWLA

It’s hard to believe that 2023 is already coming to an end but with 2024 fast approaching, we’d like to take a few moments to reflect on this past year and all the success NAWLA has had. 2023 Highlights Traders MarketThe industry event of the fall, the 2023 Traders Market is gearing up to be […]

U.S. Softwood Lumber Exports To Mexico Reach Record High

In 2022, U.S. Softwood lumber exports to Mexico reached an all-time high, totaling $282 million, and nearly double 2020 sales figures. Mexico is now the number one international market for U.S. Softwood lumber, unseating China in 2018 following a 25 percent U.S. tariff on wood products from China. January to August 2023 exports ($171 million) […]

Catching Up With The SCMA

Members of the Southern Cypress Manufacturers Association (SCMA), along with promotion sponsors, recently gathered in Louisville, Kentucky, for their 2023 Mid-Year Meeting. The event took place at the Omni Louisville Hotel and was held in conjunction with the National Hardwood Lumber Association’s Annual Convention and Exhibit Showcase. Attendees received updates on the SCMA’s promotion campaign, […]