A Preview Of Forest Products EXPO 2025

Do you want to be at the forefront of the forest products community? Are you ready to experience how adaptive technology is reshaping manufacturing decisions? Is your company poised to lead in the new era of manufacturing at this pivotal moment for the industry? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, don’t […]

Industry News

Idaho Timber Welcomes Dane Finney Dane Finney Idaho Timber, headquartered in Meridian, ID, recently welcomed Dane Finney as their newest sales representative. Finney is handling sales for two of Idaho Timber’s facilities located in Weiser and Troy, ID. The Weiser plant manufactures 3/4-inch Pine boards in 1×2 through 1×12 and 2-feet through 12-feet lengths, in […]

WRCLA Dubs Mix & Mingle Most Successful Ever

Recently, The Western Red Cedar Lumber Association (aka WRCLA / Real Cedar) hosted their annual Mix & Mingle event at NAWLA Traders Market. This member exclusive event provides a great opportunity for networking. This year’s event was the most successful to date, with over 120 in attendance, according to WRCLA. The WRCLA is “the voice […]

From Market Insights To Strategy: The 2024 LMC EXPO Prepares Dealers And Suppliers For 2025 Success

The 2024 LMC EXPO, held in Philadelphia, PA, brought together LMC Dealers and supplier partners from across the country for a productive, strategy-focused event at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. The two-day gathering enabled participants to network, gain insights from industry experts, and collaborate on actionable strategies for 2025. LMC Dealers took full advantage of the […]

A Traders Market For The Books: 2024 Event Recap

This past November, the North American Wholesale Lumber Association (NAWLA) welcomed forest products industry professionals to Phoenix, AZ, for one of the industry’s largest gatherings, Traders Market. Featuring top-notch education, unparalleled networking opportunities, and a tradeshow like no other, the three-day event was one for the books. Officially kicking off on Wednesday, Nov.13, NAWLA members […]

Baillie Group: Helping Distributors With Hardwood Trim Boards, Mouldings And More

“With warehousing across North America, our products are easily sampled and tested without large initial truckload commitments. This is ideal for distributors who we rely on to serve the downstream demands of the retail customers.” -Bob Uglow, Head of Sales, Baillie Ripping Division, Baillie Group Baillie’s new secondary manufacturing facility in Sherburne, NY, has expanded […]

Northeast Business Trends

Across the Northeast, reviews on the market vary and many are concerned about what the future for conducting business overseas will look like. In Vermont, a lumber spokesman said that the market has been a “little slow” but “maybe a tiny bit better than six months ago.” They offer Eastern White Pine, which “kind of […]

Custom Hardwood Flooring and Millwork at T&F Lumber Company LLC

“When we started this business, we simply tried to look at the resources that were available and attain the highest and best use for them. Luckily, we like to think we have a long history and reputation of producing premium quality grade lumber.”– William Faircloth, president and co-owner, T&F Lumber Company LLC Beautiful representation of […]

Inland West Business Trends

Throughout the Inland West region, sources that were contacted at the time of this writing were in agreement that their market overall was doing well. One source noted that his sales are doing well due to tight supply and high demand. Another source agreed that there is an overall lack of supply on Western species. […]

Midwest Business Trends

Throughout the Midwest region sources that were contacted at the time of this writing varied as to how their markets were faring. One source that was contacted stated that simply due to the time of year his sales aren’t as busy as they usually are. Another source noted that his sales have been doing well […]