by ssbhayani | Apr 9, 2025 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Import/Export Wood Purchasing News, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine, Newswires, Softwood Forest Products Buyer
The American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) announced the following on April 9: After the U.S. tariff increase on Chinese goods went into effect at midnight April 8, the Chinese Ministry of Finance State Council Tariff Commission has announced that they will be... by ssbhayani | Mar 4, 2025 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Feature Stories, Industry News, Softwood Forest Products Buyer
The 2024 LBM Expo, held recently at Mohegan Sun’s Earth Expo & Convention Center in Uncasville, CT, was a resounding success, drawing thousands of industry professionals for two days of networking, education, and celebration, according to event organizers. The... by ssbhayani | Mar 4, 2025 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Business Trends, Industry News, Softwood Forest Products Buyer
By Cadance JohnsonAssociate Editor Hope For The Spring Season and Concern Over House Bills Circulate In The Northeast Lumber representatives share their worries about the tariffs, trying their best to brace for the impact or adopting a “wait and see” approach. Many... by ssbhayani | Mar 4, 2025 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Feature Stories, Industry News, Softwood Forest Products Buyer
“We have always had the choice to do a little bit of everything, or choose one thing and become really good at it and be a specialty operation.” – Dave Cochenour, director of sales, Alta Forest Products Alta Forest Products, based in Chehalis, WA, is the world’s... by ssbhayani | Mar 4, 2025 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Business Trends, Industry News, Softwood Forest Products Buyer
By Terry MillerPresident Inland West Region Maintains A Steady Market Despite Difficulties Throughout the Inland West region, sources that were contacted at press time were unable to come to a unanimous decision as to how their market was faring. One source noted that... by ssbhayani | Mar 4, 2025 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Feature Stories, Industry News, Softwood Forest Products Buyer
“Our forte has always been the contractor, custom home builders and local repair and remodeling guys. I’m in a relationship business and being competitive and fast is what we do.” – Ray Gaster, founder and owner, Gaster Lumber and Hardware Pictured is Ray Gaster,...