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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.

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Transportation Reauthorization 2026 Already in Motion as featured in the June 2025 edition of Hardwood Matters published by the National Hardwood Lumber Association

June 1, 2025

by NHLA
The trend in Washington over the last several Congresses has been that meaningful legislation rarely passes on its own. Of course, a resolution naming a Post Office or a rifle…
Welcome to NHLA as featured in the June 2025 edition of Hardwood Matters published by the National Hardwood Lumber Association

June 1, 2025

by NHLA
The National Hardwood Lumber Association (NHLA) is excited to welcome Jared Klepko to our team as the new Corporate Partnership Manager. With a unique blend of legal, business, and entrepreneurial…
The Ohio Valley Lumber Drying Association (OVLDA): Advancing Lumber Drying Practices and Engaging Innovative Hardwood Product Markets as featured in the June 2025 edition of Hardwood Matters published by the National Hardwood Lumber Association

June 1, 2025

by NHLA
The Ohio Valley Lumber Drying Association (OVLDA) has been at the forefront of advancing lumber drying practices in the Midwest and Appalachian regions of the U.S. since its founding in…
NHLA Member Exclusives as featured in the June 2025 edition of Hardwood Matters published by the National Hardwood Lumber Association

June 1, 2025

by NHLA
Joining the National Hardwood Lumber Association (NHLA) gives your business instant industry credibility, access to premium resources, and exclusive cost-saving opportunities. Whether you’re a sawmill, distributor, manufacturer, supplier, or anywhere…
Where Your Dues Go: Investing in Your Success as featured in the June 2025 edition of Hardwood Matters published by the National Hardwood Lumber Association

June 1, 2025

by NHLA
At NHLA, we believe in transparency and ensuring that every dollar of your membership dues works to support you and the hardwood industry. Your membership is an invest-ment, not just…
national inspector mark bear as featured in the June 2025 edition of Hardwood Matters published by the National Hardwood Lumber Association

June 1, 2025

by NHLA
Hardwood Matters is proud to reintroduce our National Inspectors, now formally known as National Inspectors & Technical Services Advisors, to highlight who they are as people and to spotlight their…

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