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Why Knot Focus On NHLA’s True Value – Beyond Financial Gains

Why Knot Focus On NHLA’s True Value – Beyond Financial Gains I have a son who has been serving a 2-year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Lima, Peru; he comes home on April 9th. I wish I had written him monthly letters as I have to you, but time […]

The Earth Month Effect: Tiny Seeds, Colossal Impact

The Earth Month Effect: Tiny Seeds, Colossal Impact Imagine what could be accomplished if we all put our efforts into the same goal for the entire month of April? How many students, educators and others could we reach, sharing the truth about trees, wood products, sustainable forestry, and their benefits for our collective future? And […]

Lake States Business Trends – April 2025

Lake States Business Trends – April 2025 Sales Tick Up Throughout The Lake States Region Sources that were contacted in the Lake States region differed a bit as to how their sales were faring at the time of writing. One source noted that his market is doing well and is up from six months ago. […]

Northeast Business Trends – April 2025

Northeast Business Trends – April 2025 Northeastern Lumber Representatives Report A Rise In Market Performance And Tariff Preparations Issues with a variety of inclement weather has slowed down operations in the Northeast; however, lumber representatives remain positive due to the increase in customer foot traffic. Causes listed for this increase include the end of the […]

Southeast Business Trends – April 2025

Southeast Business Trends – April 2025 Market Improvements, Uncertainty And The Rise Of Red Oak And Poplar Interest in Red Oak and Poplar have increased along with market demand and uncertainty about the tariffs, while White Oak inquiries have dropped, according to Southeastern lumber sources. “Really good because I think people see what’s coming down […]

Devereaux Sawmill Inc. Has Pride In Niche Products And 4 Generations Of Family Operation

Devereaux Sawmill Inc. Has Pride In Niche Products And 4 Generations Of Family Operation Nestled on 42 acres in Pewamo, MI, Devereaux Sawmill Inc. stands as a testament to four generations of family dedication. The mill produces a substantial volume: 15 million board feet of lumber annually, alongside a significant three-four million feet of high-quality […]

A Legacy Of Innovation And Sustainability At WD Flooring

A Legacy Of Innovation And Sustainability At WD Flooring WD Flooring, located in Laona, WI, specializes in manufacturing hardwood flooring, including solid and engineered varieties, along with prefinished and unfinished options. The company utilizes 10 million board feet annually from sustainably sourced hardwoods such as Hard Maple, Birch, Beech, Cherry, Hickory, Red and White Oak […]

LSLA Returns To Wisconsin For Annual Winter Gathering

LSLA Returns To Wisconsin For Annual Winter Gathering Hotel Northland in Green Bay, WI, was the recent site of the Lake States Lumber Association (LSLA) annual winter meeting. For two full days, LSLA members and guests met for a full lineup of educational speakers as well as ample networking opportunities, including a golf game for […]

Wagner Hosts First Penn-York Meeting Of The New Year

Wagner Hosts First Penn-York Meeting Of The New Year Wagner Hardwoods in Cayuta, NY, served as the recent host of a Penn-York Lumbermen’s Club meeting. Held at Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel, the dinner meeting featured guest speaker Dana Lee Cole, executive director of the Hardwood Federation. She spoke about key hardwood issues facing the industry […]

What Does 2025 Hold? New Congress, Administration And Questions For The Hardwood Industry

What Does 2025 Hold? New Congress, Administration And Questions For The Hardwood Industry The Hardwood Federation leaders believe there are three “Ts” to watch in 2025 in the new Congress and the second Trump Administration. Dana Lee Cole, executive director, said tariffs, trade and taxes will be the advocacy efforts of the Hardwood Federation (HF) […]