What Does 2025 Hold? New Congress, Administration And Questions For The Hardwood Industry The Hardwood Federation leaders believe there are three “Ts” to watch in
President Trump Imposes Tariffs (Editor’s Note: As new information continues to be released from the Trump Administration, be advised of this important update from the
HMA Is Heading Back To The Volunteer State If you were to ask an HMA member why they value belonging to our Association, you may
Elevate Your Career And Celebrate 40 Years Of Excellence At The 2025 NWFA Expo The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) is gearing up to celebrate
Industry News – March 2025 Mike Schulke Joins Granite Valley Products Granite Valley Forest Products, located in New London, WI, recently welcomed Mike Schulke to
Lake States Business Trends – March 2025 Lake States Region Not Hindered By The Winter Weather Across the Lake States region, sources that were contacted
How Tariffs Impact The Home Building Industry (Editor’s Note: This was first published on www.nahb.org by the National Association of Home Builders.) Scarcity and an
Northeast Business Trends – March 2025 Lumber Sources Share Concern Over Future Unpredictability Northeastern lumber sources reported preparation for an unpredictable future and competition with
Southeast Business Trends – March 2025 Southeasterners Offer A Variety Of Species And Opinions On Tariffs Throughout the Southeast, lumber industry sources expressed mild disappointment
West Coast Business Trends Optimism Rises Despite West Coast Wildfires Across the West Coast sources that were contacted agreed that their sales have slowed down
Ontario Business Trends – March 2025 Wait-And-See Approach To Guide Government Regarding Tariffs 2025 kicked off with several challenges adding more concerns and stress to
Quebec Business Trends – March 2025 Demand Remains Lumber Species Specific As Industry Awaits Potential Tariff Increases Moving into 2025, businesses are facing more and
EU Commission Launches EUDR “Information System”, A Portal For Europeans To Begin Tracking Compliance The European Commission has just delivered on its platform for companies
Why Knot Point The Blame To Where It Really Belongs My heart goes out to all those impacted by the wildfires across Southern California. Many
In Memoriam – James Devereaux It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of James “Jim” Devereaux on February 2, 2025. He
Who’s Who in Hardwoods – March 2025 The Keim Company Markets Hardwood Mouldings And Millwork Ben Yoder is the hardwood lumber buyer at The Keim
Buchanan Group’s Elite Hardwood Flooring From Solid Oak Buchanan Hardwood Flooring, based in Aliceville, AL, manufactures Elite brand solid Oak hardwood flooring. The company purchases
O’Shea Lumber Company’s business philosophy is based on one simple, but crucial, idea: “The Golden Rule.” O’Shea Lumber, located in Glen Rock, PA, was founded
50 Years of Quality In a world of continual change, there are few constants that businesses can rely on. Lewis Controls Inc., based in Cornelius,
Hiding In Plain Sight Isn’t it ironic how a random conversation can turn into a 30,000-foot opportunity? To open someone’s eyes and understanding about why
SWHMC Members Look For The Silver Lining Amid Industry Challenges Approximately 25 people attended the roundtable meeting at the recent Southwestern Hardwood Manufacturers Club (SWHMC)
