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One Industry, United

In October, more than 50 members of the Hardwood Manufacturers Association (HMA), non-members, and industry suppliers gathered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, for the Association’s Fall Regional Meeting. Over three days, attendees shared knowledge, saw new technology and equipment in action, and caught up with industry colleagues—new and old.

European Commission Proposes One-Year Delay To Implementation Of The EU Deforestation Regulation

In breaking news, the European Commission (EC) announced on October 2, 2024 that in response to pressures from international partners, the full implementation of the EUDR could be delayed by a year. The EC states this is to “give concerned parties additional time to prepare.” This proposal will still have to be approved by the […]

Why Knot Get Trades And School

The value of education can’t be overstated. That includes the value of trades as much as it does the value of university. I have a trade; I first learned to be a locksmith before starting university. If times get tough, I can always return to locksmithing or a life of crime to support my family. […]

Holiday Wish List

As the holidays approach, memories of past seasons often come to mind. Remember flipping through the big Sears Roebuck Wish Book or JCPenney catalog—or more modern versions—as a kid and making a wish list of what you’d like Santa to bring? Back then, out lists included toys, games, bikes—maybe even stereo equipment (that’s really dated!) […]

VIPs Enjoy Camaraderie At Rossi Group’s Reception

The Rossi Group recently hosted a VIP Reception in conjunction with the National Hardwood Lumber Association’s Convention in St. Louis, MO

Lake States Business Trends – December 2024

Across the Lake States region, sources that were contacted at the time of this writing all agreed, but one, that their markets were doing just as well if not better than they were six months ago.

Northeast Business Trends – December 2024

Mixed reports on the lumber market have been received from throughout the Northeast. In Pennsylvania, a lumber sales representative commented, “I’m going to say the market in our area is soft” because of the “overall economic conditions that are out there. No one is extremely busy and I mean in all sectors: kitchen, bath, moulding, […]

Southeast Business Trends – December 2024

In the Southeast, reviews provided by lumber representatives have been primarily negative. In Tennessee, a lumber spokesperson felt, at the time of this writing, “the market in general has softened. The demand doesn’t seem to be where it was three months ago.” According to him, it is worse than six months ago. They offer “all […]

West Coast Business Trends – December 2024

Throughout the West Coast region sources that were contacted noted that their sales continue to be slower than they were six months ago. In Washington, a lumberman said that his sales are slower than they were six months ago and that he believes this is due to the lack of building activity in his area, […]

Ontario Business Trends – December 2024

The Holiday Season is upon us, and businesses have slowed down somewhat, as expected at this time of year, to spend time with family and friends and to take a short rest. It has been a busy year, and this is a time to reflect on the positives and challenges faced, and to plan for […]