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EU Commission Launches EUDR “Information System”, A Portal For Europeans To Begin Tracking Compliance

EU Commission Launches EUDR “Information System”, A Portal For Europeans To Begin Tracking Compliance The European Commission has just delivered on its platform for companies to provide EUDR data by launching the online “Information System.” This online portal allows companies to “indicate the exact origins of products and materials by drawing areas on a map, […]

Why Knot Point The Blame To Where It Really Belongs

Why Knot Point The Blame To Where It Really Belongs My heart goes out to all those impacted by the wildfires across Southern California. Many NHLA members, their businesses, and their homes have been affected by this tragedy, and our thoughts are with them during this challenging time. The wildfires have sparked widespread debate over […]

 How Tariffs Impact The Home Building Industry

 How Tariffs Impact The Home Building Industry  (Editor’s Note: This was first published on www.nahb.org by the National Association of Home Builders.) Scarcity and an acute, sustained rise in building material costs — from softwood lumber to distribution transformers — are driving up the cost to construct homes and harming housing affordability. There are several […]

In Memoriam – March 2025

In Memoriam – James Devereaux It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of James “Jim” Devereaux on February 2, 2025. He was a beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather and great great grandfather. He leaves behind a legacy that will continue to inspire generations to come. Jim was born to Wells and […]

Who’s Who in Hardwoods – March 2025

Who’s Who in Hardwoods – March 2025 The Keim Company Markets Hardwood Mouldings And Millwork Ben Yoder is the hardwood lumber buyer at The Keim Company in Charm, OH.  Located on 50 acres in the rolling hills of Holmes County, OH, Keim is a source for home, building and woodworking needs. Keim currently serves over […]

Industry News – March 2025

Industry News – March 2025 Mike Schulke Joins Granite Valley Products Granite Valley Forest Products, located in New London, WI, recently welcomed Mike Schulke to their sales/purchasing team. With over two decades of experience in the hardwood and lumber industry, Schulke brings his expertise and a customer-focused approach to the team. Schulke began his career […]

Lake States Business Trends – March 2025

Lake States Business Trends – March 2025 Lake States Region Not Hindered By The Winter Weather Across the Lake States region, sources that were contacted varied a bit on the state of the market in their area. One source noted that his sales were doing okay despite the winter weather. Another source said that his […]

Northeast Business Trends – March 2025

Northeast Business Trends – March 2025 Lumber Sources Share Concern Over Future Unpredictability Northeastern lumber sources reported preparation for an unpredictable future and competition with imitation wood. In Connecticut, a lumber representative commented, “Our order file is strong for both domestic and overseas. Prices are not ideal; they’re too low. We’re a manufacturer and we’re […]

Southeast Business Trends – March 2025

Southeast Business Trends – March 2025 Southeasterners Offer A Variety Of Species And Opinions On Tariffs Throughout the Southeast, lumber industry sources expressed mild disappointment at the time of this writing in a lack of demand due to competing products but still have some hope for the future. While the “industrial products are pretty good” […]

Buchanan Group’s Elite Hardwood Flooring From Solid Oak

Buchanan Group’s Elite Hardwood Flooring From Solid Oak Buchanan Hardwood Flooring, based in Aliceville, AL, manufactures Elite brand solid Oak hardwood flooring. The company purchases 14 million board feet annually of Red and White Oak hardwood, Mill Run, No. 1, No. 2 and No.3 A Common. Manufactured with machinery by OSI, Hasko and Wagner on […]