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NHLA Inspector Training School’s 208th Graduation: Forging The Future Of Hardwood

NHLA Inspector Training School’s 208th Graduation: Forging The Future Of Hardwood Recently, the National Hardwood Lumber Association (NHLA) celebrated the 208th graduating class of the Inspector Training School. Held at NHLA headquarters in Memphis, TN, the ceremony marked the culmination of eight weeks of intensive training, equipping graduates with the skills needed to succeed in […]

Las Vegas Does Not Disappoint As Host Of NAHB’s IBS Event

The Las Vegas (NV) Convention Center recently hosted the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) International Builders’ Show® (IBS) and the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), co-located during the annual Design & Construction Week. IBS is the largest annual light construction show in the world and this year […]

Devereaux Sawmill Inc. Has Pride In Niche Products And Four Generations Of Family Operation

“I think Devereaux is willing to take some risks and invest and try some things that other people might not be willing to because there is that risk. It may not work out and be expensive but in the end, that has provided us with some niche type products.” – Todd Smith, general manager, Devereaux […]

AETNA Building Solutions Partners With Quality Lumber Suppliers

“We really pride ourselves in having the highest quality material from some of the best suppliers and names in the industry. Our key advantage is the supplier network we have at the mill level. We partner with suppliers that put quality first.” – Jason Horn, lumber product manager, AETNA Building Solutions All of AETNA’s lumber […]

Devereaux Sawmill Inc. Has Pride In Niche Products And 4 Generations Of Family Operation

Devereaux Sawmill Inc. Has Pride In Niche Products And 4 Generations Of Family Operation Nestled on 42 acres in Pewamo, MI, Devereaux Sawmill Inc. stands as a testament to four generations of family dedication. The mill produces a substantial volume: 15 million board feet of lumber annually, alongside a significant three-four million feet of high-quality […]

A Legacy Of Innovation And Sustainability At WD Flooring

A Legacy Of Innovation And Sustainability At WD Flooring WD Flooring, located in Laona, WI, specializes in manufacturing hardwood flooring, including solid and engineered varieties, along with prefinished and unfinished options. The company utilizes 10 million board feet annually from sustainably sourced hardwoods such as Hard Maple, Birch, Beech, Cherry, Hickory, Red and White Oak […]

LSLA Returns To Wisconsin For Annual Winter Gathering

LSLA Returns To Wisconsin For Annual Winter Gathering Hotel Northland in Green Bay, WI, was the recent site of the Lake States Lumber Association (LSLA) annual winter meeting. For two full days, LSLA members and guests met for a full lineup of educational speakers as well as ample networking opportunities, including a golf game for […]

Wagner Hosts First Penn-York Meeting Of The New Year

Wagner Hosts First Penn-York Meeting Of The New Year Wagner Hardwoods in Cayuta, NY, served as the recent host of a Penn-York Lumbermen’s Club meeting. Held at Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel, the dinner meeting featured guest speaker Dana Lee Cole, executive director of the Hardwood Federation. She spoke about key hardwood issues facing the industry […]

What Does 2025 Hold? New Congress, Administration And Questions For The Hardwood Industry

What Does 2025 Hold? New Congress, Administration And Questions For The Hardwood Industry The Hardwood Federation leaders believe there are three “Ts” to watch in 2025 in the new Congress and the second Trump Administration. Dana Lee Cole, executive director, said tariffs, trade and taxes will be the advocacy efforts of the Hardwood Federation (HF) […]

President Trump Imposes Tariffs

President Trump Imposes Tariffs (Editor’s Note: As new information continues to be released from the Trump Administration, be advised of this important update from the Hardwood Federation (HF): On Thursday, January 30, President Trump announced to reporters that he would follow through on his threat to impose 25 percent tariffs on imports from Canada and […]