National Hardwood Lumber Association 

Strong Roots. Global Reach.

The National Hardwood Lumber Association
North America’s largest hardwood trade association.
Serving the industry since 1898.

NHLA is committed to providing its members with the resources needed to drive business, market share, and industry visibility. From standards and guidelines to lobbying efforts, marketing services, and more, NHLA strives for new heights of collaborative excellence. We are not only the premier North American hardwood trade association, but we are also the founder, keeper, and educator of the NHLA Hardwood Lumber Grading Rules and the unified voice of the hardwood industry. 

Membership

Come GROW with US! Join hundreds of hardwood industry companies who are committed to furthering the hardwood industry as a renewable and sustainable resource, contributing to the overall quality of everyday life for ALL.

NHLA Services

NHLA provides uniquely designed services that help hardwood companies solve their top business challenges. Our team of experts has the experience and knowledge to identify and solve your unique issues. Explore the services and programs we offer.

Convention

Meet us in St. Louis! Join us in the "Show Me" State at the 2024 NHLA Annual Convention, October 2-4, 2024, in St. Louis, MO. 

Calendar

The NHLA Calendar includes educational courses developed specifically for the hardwood industry, industry events and affiliated group meetings.

NHLA Member of the Month

We are proud to recognize Newman Lumber Company as our Member of the Month. Thank you for an incredible 48 years of membership!

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The Latest News From NHLA

NHLA takes great pride in providing members with the information they need to make the best possible decisions about their companies.
Read-up on all the latest happenings in the Association, the Hardwood Industry, and how NHLA is advocating for members today.

2024 NHLA Convention and Exhibit Showcase will take place in St Louis, Missouri - join us for unbeatable networking and a showcase of diverse suppliers
August 5, 2024
NHLA: The Luxury Convention and Best-In-Class Value
When I was a kid, I went car shopping with my parents. I […]
Hardwood Federation in the August 2024 edition of Hardwood Matters, providing legislative updates on the hardwood and wood products industry
August 4, 2024
The Political Summer Agenda | Legislative Log
The November elections are rapidly approaching, summer is waning in D.C., and political […]
Sustaining Strength: Hardwood Markets and the Wooden Pallet Sector by Annette Ferri, NWPCA VP in the August 2024 edition of Hardwood Matters
August 4, 2024
Sustaining Strength: Hardwood Markets and the Wooden Pallet Sector
The importance of hardwood markets cannot be overstated, especially considering that nearly a […]
Greenwashing, are eco friendly claims as true as they say they are? Avoid greenwashing
August 3, 2024
Beyond the Greenwash: Preparing NHLA Members to Empower Consumers and Be Industry Ambassadors
Outsiders often assume the hardwood industry is merely spinning a “greenwashed” narrative to […]
Yield Analysis with NHLA Chief Inspector Dana Spessert in the August 2024 edition of Rules Corner in Hardwood Matters magazine
August 2, 2024
The Yield Analysis Program | Rules Corner
Over the past ten years, the NHLA has become more of a partner […]
New Markets for Red Oak in the North American Hardwood Industry
August 1, 2024
New Markets for Red Oak | Member Insights
Welcome to Member Insights, a new section in Hardwood Matters for sharing your […]

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