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– In Memoriam – Dennis G. “Denny” Hickman

In Memoriam Dennis G. “Denny” Hickman The Penn-York Lumbermen’s Club recently reported that Dennis G. “Denny” Hickman, 65, of Emlenton, PA, passed away peacefully into the arms of his Lord and Savior while in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loving family early Thursday, November 27, 2025, following a courageous battle with pancreatic […]

In Memoriam – John L. Mallery

In Memoriam – John L. Mallery The following obituary was provided to the National Hardwood Magazine by Javan Mallery. John L. Mallery, 91, of Port Allegany, PA, went to be with his Heavenly Father on December 14, 2025. Just as hardwood lumber embodies strength, endurance and dependability, so too is the legacy John leaves. In […]

Northeast Business Trends

Northeast Business Trends Trailer Trials, Lacking Labor And Tariff Tensions Uncertainty, labor and pricing are the main concerns for lumber representatives across the Northeast in the hardwood industry. In Pennsylvania, the market is “steady but the pricing is low. I can move material,” said the lumber source. Compared to six months ago, the market has […]

Aurora Timberland Expands Customer Base And Geographic Reach

Aurora Timberland Expands Customer Base And Geographic Reach In 1980, in the small town of Angliers, Quebec, Cardinal Equipment was founded by the three Berneche brothers. The three brothers wanted to start a sawmill business where they were able to implement newer technologies and build better machines to produce high quality hardwood products. Starting as […]

VIPs Enjoy Rossi Group’s Reception

VIPs Enjoy Rossi Group’s Reception The Rossi Group recently hosted a VIP Reception in conjunction with the National Hardwood Lumber Association’s Convention & Exhibit Showcase at the Marriott Rivercenter in San Antonio, TX. The Rossi Group, through its mills in Emporium, PA, and Bradford, PA, produces some of the highest quality hardwoods in the country, […]

Attendees Of AWMA Meeting Hear Competition Remains High For Walnut Logs In U.S.

Attendees Of AWMA Meeting Hear Competition Remains High For Walnut Logs In U.S. Members of the American Walnut Manufacturers Association (AWMA) met recently prior to the beginning of the National Hardwood Lumber Association Convention in San Antonio, Texas. Membership attendance was a bit light but those attending had a great discussion on all things Walnut, […]

White Oak, Walnut Designs Featured In High Point 

White Oak, Walnut Designs Featured In High Point  There was keen interest in American products at the recent High Point Furniture Market, held in High Point, NC, and this focused attention on Appalachian hardwood species. The tariff situation is ever-changing and retail buyers at the twice annual exhibition were seeking products that had stable pricing. […]

Speaker Updates FCL Attendees About Mission Work

Speaker Updates FCL Attendees About Mission Work Fellowship of Christian Lumbermen gathered recently at the National Hardwood Lumber Association Convention at the Marriott River Center in San Antonio, Texas. Wes Chapman, director of Youth With A Mission in Tyler, Texas, shared about the mission work teens are completing around the world. Fellowship of Christian Lumbermen, […]

CHB Members Enjoy Breakfast Gathering During NHLA Convention

CHB Members Enjoy Breakfast Gathering During NHLA Convention Members and guests of the Canadian Hardwood Bureau (CHB), headquartered in Ottawa, ON, were recently welcome at a fall breakfast meeting held in conjunction with the annual National Hardwood Lumber Association Convention in San Antonio, Texas. At this informal gathering, the latest industry insights and trends shaping […]

2026 Hardwood Purchasing Plans: Fingers Are Crossed For 2026 After An Unpredictable 2025

2026 Hardwood Purchasing Plans: Fingers Are Crossed For 2026 After An Unpredictable 2025 Compiled by Lara Stearsman and Barbara Ann Powell This year’s annual report, gathered by National Hardwood Magazine, consists of the responses from 14 hardwood lumber buyers located across the U.S. whose companies offer a variety of products to a diverse customer base. […]