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SFPA/SLMA Host Joint 2024 Spring Meeting For Southern Pine Lumber Community

Southern Pine lumber was front and center during the Southeastern Lumber Manufacturers Association’s (SLMA) and Southern Forest Products Association’s (SFPA) 2024 Spring Meeting held recently at The Hotel Monteleone in New Orleans, LA. The 2024 Spring Meeting brought 246 Southern Pine industry professionals together representing 154 companies directly involved with the production of Southern Pine […]

SCMA Holds 2024 Annual Meeting

The Southern Cypress Manufacturers Association (SCMA) recently held its 2024 Annual Meeting at The Charleston Place in Charleston, SC. The event was held during the Hardwood Manufacturers Association’s (HMA) National Conference and Expo. Twenty-five members, promotion sponsors, and staff convened to hear a report on the association’s promotion campaign, preview upcoming projects, and discuss other […]

All The Southern Pine Lumber Resources You Need… All In One Place

Providing technical resources, leading promotional efforts, identifying and developing new markets, and collaborating with other like-minded organizations is key to keeping Southern Pine lumber in front of building professionals. That’s where the Southern Forest Products Association comes in. SFPA is a nonprofit trade association that was founded during the golden age of sawmilling in 1915 […]

When New Fangled Alternatives Sound Too Good To Ignore

“If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” We’ve all heard that mantra more times than we can remember. As with most proverbial sayings, there’s a lot of wisdom behind it. There is much to be said for sticking with the tried and true. But it’s human nature to tinker. There’s always someone out there trying […]

Family Within An Industry at Fifth Generation Bliffert Lumber Co.

“We are proud to be family-owned and operated, and we make sure that the personal service we’re known for shines through at all of our locations.” ~ Eli Bliffert, Vice President, Bliffert Lumber Co. Bliffert Lumber and Hardware, headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, supplies Hardwood and softwood lumber and building materials. The operation has served contractors […]

HMA Teams Up With Charleston And Enjoys An Exhibition Hall Sellout

Photos By Chris Fehr Pathways To Success was the theme that set the tone of the recent Hardwood Manufacturers Association (HMA) National Conference and Expo, held recently in Charleston, SC. Sold-out exhibitor space, learning sessions and multiple networking opportunities set the stage for a successful 2024 event, noted HMA spokespeople. The learning sessions were packed […]

Kane Hardwood Next Penn-York Host Following Fitzpatrick & Weller

The Holiday Valley’s main lodge in Ellicottville, NY, was the recent site of a meeting for the Penn-York Lumbermen’s Club. The brief evening gathering of the Club provided approximately 75 members and guests opportunities to network during hors d’oevres and dining prior to hearing a guest presentation by Michael Snow, executive director of the American […]

Hardwood Market Changes Discussed At ALC Meeting

Appalachian Lumbermen’s Club (ALC) members reviewed Hardwood market changes in recent years as reported by the Hardwood Market Report. The recent meeting was held at the Hotel Roanoke in Roanoke, VA, and guest speaker was Andy Johnson, HMR assistant editor, on “Hardwood Market Trends: The Present Realities and Possibilities.” HMR was recently purchased by FastMarkets […]

Attendees Share Diverse Market Insights At Recent NELA Meeting

Photos and information provided by Chris Fehr Woodstock Inn & Resort, in Woodstock, VT, served as the site recently of the annual spring meeting of the New England Lumbermen’s Association (NELA). A business discussion highlighted the event. NELA President Bob Chase of Quabbin Timber served as moderator. About The Overall Market: The general consensus about […]

SCMA Holds 2024 Annual Meeting

The Southern Cypress Manufacturers Association (SCMA) recently held its 2024 Annual Meeting at The Charleston Place in Charleston, SC. The event was held during the Hardwood Manufacturers Association’s (HMA) National Conference and Expo. Twenty-five members, promotion sponsors, and staff convened to hear a report on the association’s promotion campaign, preview upcoming projects, and discuss other […]