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Bryant Church Hardwoods Inc.: A Legacy Shaped By Generations

Bryant Church Hardwoods Inc.: A Legacy Shaped By Generations “In an industry where longevity is earned, not given, Bryant Church Hardwoods Inc. stands as a testament to consistency, discipline and generational stewardship. Based in Wilkesboro, NC, the concentration yard has remained in the hands of the Church family for more than seven decades—quietly building a […]

Quebec Business Trends June 2026 – Many Species Sell Well Despite Turmoil

Many Species Sell Well Despite Turmoil As winter seemed to drag on with no end in sight, businesses in certain areas of the province were getting anxious to replenish their inventories for stocks that were in short supply. Sales activity was positive for Soft Maple, Hickory and Cherry. White Oak is a strong seller, comment […]

Baby Boomers Remain Largest Share Of Home Buyers As First-Time Buying Falls To Record Low

Baby Boomers Remain Largest Share Of Home Buyers As First-Time Buying Falls To Record Low Only about one in five buyers were first-time purchasers. Baby Boomers remained the largest generational group of home buyers this year, while the share of first-time buyers fell to the lowest level on record, according to the 2026 Home Buyers and […]

West Coast Business Trends June 2026 – The West Coast Market Moves In A Positive Direction

The West Coast Market Moves In A Positive Direction Hardwood activity along the West Coast remains measured, with sources reporting generally flat conditions accompanied by slight improvement in recent periods. While demand is not described as robust, most agree the market is moving in a more positive direction compared to earlier conditions. Sources noted that […]

NWFA Wood Flooring Expo Wraps In Orlando With 40th Anniversary Celebration

NWFA Wood Flooring Expo Wraps In Orlando With 40th Anniversary Celebration The wood flooring industry convened in Orlando, FL, recently for the 2026 NWFA Wood Flooring Expo, marking the 40th time professionals from across the industry have gathered for the annual event. Built around the theme “Ignite Your Passion,” the Expo offered hands-on demonstrations, education […]

Montréal Wood Convention 2026 Concludes With A Full House And Resounding Success 

Montréal Wood Convention 2026 Concludes With A Full House And Resounding Success  The Montréal Wood Convention (MWC) 2026, the premier event for the wood industry in Canada, successfully concluded at Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth Hotel in Montréal, welcoming a full house of 1,200 participants from across the globe. Following four consecutive sold-out editions, this year’s […]

Canadian Hardwood Bureau 2026 Spring Meeting A Success in Montreal

Canadian Hardwood Bureau 2026 Spring Meeting A Success In Montreal The Canadian Hardwood Bureau welcomed more than 100 delegates to its 2026 Spring Meeting recently in Montreal, marking the largest and most successful gathering in the organization’s history. A key highlight of this year’s event was its fully bilingual format, enabling inclusive participation and real-time […]

Southeast Business Trends June 2026 – Labor Receives A Mixed Review On Stability While Fuel Prices Trouble All

Southeast Business Trends June 2026 – Labor Receives A Mixed Review On Stability While Fuel Prices Trouble All Despite all lumber representatives contacted for this article explaining the difficulties the market currently faces, they are still able to move product. Poplar is moving the best while concerns about export market competition rise. In Mississippi, while […]

Expo Richmond Enjoys Strong Attendance And Governor Announces Virginia Wood Council

Expo Richmond Enjoys Strong Attendance And Governor Announces Virginia Wood Council Meadow Event Park in Doswell, VA, was the site of the recent biennial Expo Richmond, one of the largest forest products trade shows on the East Coast, which attracts thousands of attendees. The event brings together loggers, foresters, sawmill representatives, landowners, manufacturers, suppliers and […]

Northeast Business Trends June 2026 – Mixed Market Reviews And Concerns About Overseas Production Bloom In The Northeast

Northeast Business Trends June 2026 – Mixed Market Reviews And Concerns About Overseas Production Bloom In The Northeast While market reviews may be mixed, worry over production in Vietnam and the exportation of hardwood products to China and fuel costs is less mixed. Red and White Oak appear to be trending, in addition to Hickory […]