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What’s The Story With November 2024 Southern Pine Exports?

The most recent data available from the USDA’s Foreign Agriculture Services’ Global Agricultural Trade System, and published by the Softwood Forest Products Association. Exports of Southern Pine lumber (treated and untreated) are running 10 percent ahead of 2023 year-to-date, according to the most recent data available from the USDA’s Foreign Agriculture Services’ Global Agricultural Trade […]

Transportation Survey

Transportation Survey (Editor’s Note: Navigating the ever-changing and unknown factors faced by the transportation industry in 2025 will present challenges. The most creative problem-solvers will be those who, like our respondents here, propose to expand domestic capabilities while being versatile, resilient logistics partners who are shaped by external challenges and opportunities, yet able to adapt […]

WRCLA Dubs Mix & Mingle Most Successful Ever

Recently, The Western Red Cedar Lumber Association (aka WRCLA / Real Cedar) hosted their annual Mix & Mingle event at NAWLA Traders Market. This member exclusive event provides a great opportunity for networking. This year’s event was the most successful to date, with over 120 in attendance, according to WRCLA. The WRCLA is “the voice […]

From Market Insights To Strategy: The 2024 LMC EXPO Prepares Dealers And Suppliers For 2025 Success

The 2024 LMC EXPO, held in Philadelphia, PA, brought together LMC Dealers and supplier partners from across the country for a productive, strategy-focused event at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. The two-day gathering enabled participants to network, gain insights from industry experts, and collaborate on actionable strategies for 2025. LMC Dealers took full advantage of the […]

A Traders Market For The Books: 2024 Event Recap

This past November, the North American Wholesale Lumber Association (NAWLA) welcomed forest products industry professionals to Phoenix, AZ, for one of the industry’s largest gatherings, Traders Market. Featuring top-notch education, unparalleled networking opportunities, and a tradeshow like no other, the three-day event was one for the books. Officially kicking off on Wednesday, Nov.13, NAWLA members […]

Baillie Group: Helping Distributors With Hardwood Trim Boards, Mouldings And More

“With warehousing across North America, our products are easily sampled and tested without large initial truckload commitments. This is ideal for distributors who we rely on to serve the downstream demands of the retail customers.” -Bob Uglow, Head of Sales, Baillie Ripping Division, Baillie Group Baillie’s new secondary manufacturing facility in Sherburne, NY, has expanded […]

Quality Over Quantity At The Core Of Dryco Lumber

Quality Over Quantity At The Core Of Dryco Lumber Founded in 1992, Dryco Lumber has become a pillar in the distribution of kiln-dried hardwoods. Located in Wayne County, OH, Dryco Lumber is strategically positioned in the hotbed of the hardwood furniture manufacturing industry.  Purchasing 3 million board feet in hardwoods annually in 4/4 through 8/4, the facility encompasses 45,000 square-feet. Species available include Alder, Birch, Cherry, Grey Elm, Hard and Soft Maple, Hickory, Poplar, Red and White Oak, Walnut, Quartered and Rift White Oak and eastern white pine.

Timeless Beauty From Cedar Creek Hardwoods

Timeless Beauty From Cedar Creek Hardwoods Located in southeast Missouri, in Fredericktown, on a family farm in the majestic Ozark mountains, Cedar Creek Hardwoods is a second-generation family-owned business that specializes in secondary manufacturing of quality hardwood lumber and hardwood products.

Custom Hardwood Flooring and Millwork at T&F Lumber Company LLC

“When we started this business, we simply tried to look at the resources that were available and attain the highest and best use for them. Luckily, we like to think we have a long history and reputation of producing premium quality grade lumber.”– William Faircloth, president and co-owner, T&F Lumber Company LLC Beautiful representation of […]

Hunt and Thorlakson Families Bloom With LaSalle/Bienville Lumber Company LLC

“It’s our mission to cultivate valued relationships with our customers, employees, partners, vendors and communities, deeply rooting ourselves in shared growth. Our signature dependability and transparency create value and inspire trust.” – LaSalle/Bienville Lumber Company LLC From left to right, are members of the LaSalle/Bienville sales team, Holly Bridwell, John Harkey, Jim Olson, Leah Simmons […]