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West Coast Business Trends – October 2024

Forest products industry sources on the West Coast were consistent in how they viewed the state of the market in their region. Sources in California and Oregon said that business in their area was slow, but each commented that some weeks were better than others. In Washington, a lumber representative gave the market in his […]

The Fall Legislative Season – D.C. Style

It seems like we only just wrapped up summer, but the dynamic of a Presidential election has made it feel like the end of the year is just around the corner as far as 118th Congress goes. The House decamped Washington a week early this year for its August recess, axing the final week of […]

IWF Attendees Connect With Midwest Hardwood

Midwest Hardwood Company LLC, of Maple Grove, MN, a complete forest-to-finish hardwood lumber manufacturer, hosted two Customer Appreciation Happy Hours at Park Bar in conjunction with the recent IWF show inAtlanta, GA. The Happy Hour provided IWF attendees a chance to meet Midwest salespeople and enjoy complimentary drinks and hors d’oeurves.   Midwest Hardwood also […]

Ontario Business Trends – October 2024

As the industry moves into early fall, businesses are still facing many challenges to reach a profit. The housing shortage on both sides of the border, lower demand for hardwood lumber and finished goods at a low, the loss of market share due to other materials and imported goods and other species native to those […]

Vert: The Red Oak Route To A Cooler, Greener City

Last year was the warmest on record, and 2024 is on pace to surpass it as global cities feel the heat. Due to the “urban heat island” effect, cities of a million people or more can be 1.8°–5.4°F warmer on average than the surrounding area according to the EPA, and as much as 22°F warmer […]

We’re Off To The Hawkeye State

In just a couple weeks, HMA members will be gathering in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, for our 2024 Fall Regional Meeting. This members-only event will take place Tuesday–Thursday, October 15–17, and it’s sure to be time well spent in the Hawkeye State. I repeatedly hear from HMA members that our Regional Meetings are one of our […]

Who’s Who In Hardwoods – October 2024

Tyler Kamps is involved in sales and purchasing for Kamps Hardwoods, a wholesaler and distribution yard stationed in Dutton, MI. Kamps Hardwoods purchases roughly 9 million board feet of domestic green hardwood lumber annually, ranging from 4/4 through 12/4 Walnut, Hard and Soft Maple, Red and White Oak, Cherry, Hickory, Ash and Poplar. To supplement […]

Industry News – October 2024

Patrick Lumber Company Names Natalie Heacock As New President The Patrick Lumber Company Board of Directors recently announced the appointment of Natalie Heacock as the new president. Heacock brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of building strong teams within both Patrick’s trading and finance groups. Her dedication, expertise and visionary leadership […]

Quebec Business Trends – October 2024

With summer behind us, and the Labor Day holiday over, businesses are slowly gearing up for the fall and winter seasons. Businesses are planning their purchasing schedules in advance for their anticipated production needs. With demand being down for hardwood finished goods, they must be vigilant and creative to stay in business and make a […]

Bid Group Becomes Comact: Pioneering The Future Of Wood Processing

BID Group, a leader in the wood processing industry for over a century, is proud to announce its new identity as Comact. This transition marks a significant evolution in the company’s journey and reflects its commitment to innovation and excellence. From its origins as an OEM, Comact has been instrumental in transforming the wood processing […]