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Who’s Who in Softwoods

Who’s Who in Softwoods Jackson Caelian: Sales Representative At West Bay Forest Products Jackson Caelian Jackson Caelian is a “thriving young sales representative tasked with developing new Cedar markets at West Bay Forest Products,” shared Chad Findlay, vice president at West Bay Forest Products.  Caelian began his lumber career as an intern at West Bay […]

How The SLB Is Building The Future Of Lumber

How The SLB Is Building The Future Of Lumber Redmond Library | Miller Hull Partnership For generations, lumber demand has been driven by home building and remodeling. It’s used to build 93 percent of U.S. homes, along with 87 percent of low-rise multifamily buildings. Today, a new opportunity is emerging—one that could fundamentally expand where and […]

In The Rush To Build Affordably, We Can’t Undermine Building Safety

In The Rush To Build Affordably, We Can’t Undermine Building Safety Jackson MorrillPresident & CEO of the American Wood Council As housing continues to pose affordability challenges across the country, state governments have been pursuing legislation that, while well-intentioned, threatens the safety of wood construction. This year, for example, New York and North Carolina each […]

Gat Creek Expands – Quality Over Quantity In Hardwood Furniture

Gat Creek Expands – Quality Over Quantity In Hardwood Furniture Hardwood furniture manufacturer Gat Creek, based in Berkeley Springs, WV, purchases 1.7 million board feet of hardwoods annually in Maple (No. 1 Common), Walnut (FAS), Ash (No. 1 and No. 2 Common), Cherry (No. 1 Common) and White Oak (No. 1 Common) in 4/4, 5/4, […]

Granite Valley Forest Products: Built Through Integration, Quality And Vision

Granite Valley Forest Products: Built Through Integration, Quality And Vision “In an industry where reputation is built on performance, Granite Valley Forest Products has established itself through investment, integration and an unwavering commitment to quality. As one of the Midwest’s most capable and vertically integrated hardwood suppliers, we control nearly every step of the process […]

Hardwood Industry Begins Long-Term Push For Federal Engagement

Hardwood Industry Begins Long-Term Push For Federal Engagement As the hardwood industry continues to navigate market pressures, regulatory challenges and increased competition from alternative materials, industry leaders are taking steps to strengthen their presence in Washington, DC. Following the successful fundraising effort led by the National Hardwood Lumber Association’s (NHLA) Governmental Affairs Fundraising Task Force, […]

Lake States Hits Links For Summer Golf Outing

Lake States Hits Links For Summer Golf Outing Members and guests of the Lake States Lumber Association (LSLA) recently convened in beautiful Lake Geneva, WI, for the association’s annual summer golf outing. The two-day event began with a Wednesday evening Welcome Reception.  Attendees were treated to a sunset boat cruise of historic Lake Geneva aboard […]

Ron Jones Serves As Penn-York Host; Walker/Forcey Team Up For Sept. Meeting

Ron Jones Serves As Penn-York Host; Walker/Forcey Team Up For Sept. Meeting Ron Jones Hardwood Sales Inc. was the recent host of the monthly Penn-York Lumbermen’s Club meeting, which was held at Wanago Country Club in Reno, PA. Fred Strathmeyer Jr., executive director of the Pennsylvania Forest Products Association, was the guest speaker. In addition […]

MFPA Benefits Ill Kids In Need And Promotes Lumber Industry Since 1970

MFPA Benefits Ill Kids In Need And Promotes Lumber Industry Since 1970 The Missouri Forest Products Association (MFPA) recently welcomed members and guests to the Margaritaville Lake Resort in Osage Beach, MO, for its 2026 Annual Summer Meeting. The two-day meeting included multiple committee meetings as well as Log A Load for Kids Golf Scramble. […]

Why Knot Save A Buck?

Why Knot Save A Buck? I had a great learning experience as a young boy while accompanying my dad as he guided a deer hunter in Southern Alberta. Our hunting territory stretched from prairie to peak perfection, with the Rocky Mountains and Waterton/Glacier National Parks bordering the south and west. A mile away, the plains […]