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Going Beyond Sustainability in the hardwood industry
hardwood industry events, NHLA Convention & Exhibit Showcase
industry resources and sawmill resources for businesses manufacturing wood products
Going Beyond Sustainability in the hardwood industry

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New Leader From the Old School

New Leader From the Old School

November 4, 2024

by NHLA
As a graduate of the NHLA Inspector Training School’s 71st class in 1980, I am one of the few remaining folks working in the industry who attended the “old school”…
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NHLA Staff All Have a Common Ground

NHLA Staff All Have a Common Ground

November 4, 2024

by NHLA
Change is inevitable, and how we navigate that change defines our success. Someone commented to me the other day that while they were on the NHLA Board of Directors, the…
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Inside NHLA: Promoting the NHLA Grading Rules Abroad

Inside NHLA: Promoting the NHLA Grading Rules Abroad

November 4, 2024

by NHLA
Chief Inspector Dana Spessert recently joined Neil Summers of the American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) for a European tour through Germany, Ireland, and Belgium, where they engaged with key players…
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St. Louis Convention Exceeded Expectations–Don’t Miss Out in 2025!

St. Louis Convention Exceeded Expectations–Don’t Miss Out in 2025!

November 4, 2024

by NHLA
This year’s convention in St. Louis was a huge success, and I’m proud to say we kept the energy alive in the exhibit hall just like I promised. But despite…
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Woodisbest.org, Of Course

Woodisbest.org, Of Course

November 4, 2024

by NHLA
By ERIC HANSEN, Department Head, Wood Science and Engineering / Acting Director, College of Forestry International Programs, Oregon State University The biggest issue facing the wood products industry is maintaining…
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Federation Works with Bipartisan Senators to Promote Red Oak in Federal Procurement

Federation Works with Bipartisan Senators to Promote Red Oak in Federal Procurement

November 4, 2024

by NHLA
By DANA COLE, Executive Director of the Hardwood Federation On July 12, Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) led a bipartisan group of eight other senators in a letter to the Department…
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