by ssbhayani | Jan 9, 2024 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Feature Stories, Industry News, Softwood Forest Products Buyer
During the recent annual North American Wholesale Lumber Association’s Traders Market, members of the Western Red Cedar Lumber Association (WRCLA) and BC Wood kicked off the event with a reception. The gathering was held at the Greater Columbus Convention Center,... by ssbhayani | Jan 9, 2024 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Business Trends, Industry News, Softwood Forest Products Buyer
Three Northeastern lumber distributors shared a common thread regarding the state of the industry through the final quarter of 2023.Each source also had a unique perspective and regional insight into other issues they face in their markets. According to each Softwood... by ssbhayani | Jan 9, 2024 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Business Trends, Industry News, Softwood Forest Products Buyer
Inflated interest rates, an ambling housing market and the imminent wintry weather cycle were cited by industry sources as culprits in the lukewarm final quarter of 2023. Interest Rates Calling the current market “God awful,” a Montana lumberman narrowed down the... by ssbhayani | Jan 3, 2024 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Industry News, Softwood Forest Products Buyer, Trade Talk
Cheryll Bowers On December 19th, 2023, Cheryll Kay Bowers made her way into Heaven at the age of 64 surrounded by her loving family. The next morning, her spirit burst through the clouds in a beautiful pink and yellow winter sunrise. Bowers was born on July 8th, 1959... by ssbhayani | Jan 1, 2024 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
Approaching the end of a calendar year is always a good time for reflection. The Hardwood Federation team did just that as we look back on an eventful legislative year where lawmakers have addressed many of the industry’s top issues. This has also helped us look... by ssbhayani | Jan 1, 2024 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
Looking back on 2023, I am very proud of what the WCMA accomplished. We hosted our third European Plant Tour Event in northern Italy, and the individuals that attended had very positive things to say about the event, with one saying “I will remember this one as one of...