National Hardwood Magazine

Watch and See: The Crossroads Strategy Takes Shape By Chris McQueen of Anthony Timberlands on the industry’s coordinated effort to expand federalprocurement of American hardwood products, and why members should pay attention now.  The hardwood industry’s challenges are no longer confined to the mill yard. Federal purchasing rules, trade policy, building standards, and overseas processing […]

Navigating Complex Manufacturing Challenges At Hardwood Solutions Purchasing approximately 8 to 9 million board feet of kiln-dried hardwood lumber annually, Hardwood Solutions has built its business around helping manufacturers improve yields, manage costs and streamline production. Headquartered in Chelsea, MI, the company sources species such as White Oak, Walnut, Hard Maple and other domestic hardwoods […]

50 Years Strong: Highlights From DMSi’sPartnerConnect26 Conference DMSi’s PartnerConnect26 (PC26) customer conference was a milestone celebration. Held every two years, this signature event brought together DMSi customers for training, connection, and a special toast to DMSi’s 50th anniversary. This year’s conference drew nearly 500 attendees, including 195 first-time guests. From September 14–17, DMSi customers and […]

Cleveland Welcomes NHLA Convention Attendees            Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland, OH, served as the host site for the recent 129th National Hardwood Lumber Association (NHLA) Convention & Exhibit Showcase. This annual event brings together industry leaders, hardwood professionals and NHLA members from across the country for three days of expert-led sessions […]

VFPA Fulfills Nearly Seven-Decades-Old Event Tradition The 68th annual convention of the Virginia Forest Products Association (VFPA) was recently held in Hot Springs, VA, at the Homestead Resort. This year’s convention was attended by forest products professionals from across the region. Informative discussions included a panel addressing what’s on the horizon for Virginia’s forest products, […]

Penn-York Closes 2026 In State College Walker Lumber and Forcey Lumber Co. recently teamed up in State College, PA, to co-host the final Penn-York Lumbermen’s Club meeting of 2026. Toftrees Golf Resort welcomed Penn-York attendees for an 18-hole golf game. Also, Warriors Mark Wing Shooting Lodge and Kennels hosted club attendees in the Bob Rorabaugh […]