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Welcome to the NHLA Industry News Hub, your go-to resource for up-to-date news, trends, and insights from the North American hardwood lumber industry. Whether you’re a lumber grader, timber producer, hardwood manufacturer, or a professional in the wood products or forest products sector, this is your place to stay informed.

Our news center is dedicated to bringing you the latest updates on hardwood grading standards, sustainable forestry practices, lumber pricing, trade regulations, and emerging market trends that impact professionals across the hardwood supply chain. We also cover advocacy efforts and share insights from industry analysis experts, ensuring that you have access to a comprehensive overview of the hardwood lumber market.

As a trusted leader in the hardwood industry for over 125 years, NHLA is committed to empowering our members with the information they need to make informed business decisions, stay ahead of market shifts, and maintain compliance with evolving standards.

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Global Markets Slow in Early 2025, Trade Deals Could Be Light at the End of the Tunnel

August 1, 2025

by NHLA
Exports of US Hardwood Lumber were down 13% by volume through May of 2025 compared to the same period last year, as many of our largest markets have faced tariff…
Webinars: A Modern Tool for Industry Advocacy

August 1, 2025

by NHLA
In the 1960s and ’70s, if I wanted to learn more about a particular topic, I would go to our bookshelf and pull out the best resource available, our complete…
The NHLA Evaluation and the Rules Discussion

August 1, 2025

by NHLA
The NHLA Board of Directors asked the NHLA staff to do a three-part study. PART 1: An evaluation of the resources the NHLA provides to the industry. This resource assessment…
Uninsured on the Highway, Uninvested in the Industry

August 1, 2025

by NHLA
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ADVOCACY 101:The Best Defense Is a Good Offense

August 1, 2025

by NHLA
When it comes to advocacy, the best defense is a good offense. This isn’t about being combative or striking first; it’s about proactively building relationships with elected officials. The goal…
Thermal Modification: Advancing Sustainability, Durability, and Advocacy in the Hardwood Industry

August 1, 2025

by NHLA
In recent years, thermal modification has become a transformative force in the hardwood industry—enhancing durability, promoting sustainability, and encouraging smarter, more responsible wood use. At the forefront of this movement…

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