Will N. American lumber prices find a bottom?
The lumber market in North America, as we approach spring 2024, presents a nuanced picture. Despite recent declines in wood [...]
May 9, 2024
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New sawmill closure in U.S. highlights industry challenges
A North Idaho lumber mill is set to close this summer due to ongoing pressures faced by timber companies in [...]
May 9, 2024
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Softwood lumber is in high demand, says Finnish sawmill owner
Junnikkala's new export sawmill in Oulu will be trimmed into working condition during the spring. The major investment of [...]
May 8, 2024
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Canada: Slowdown in DIY home projects weakens lumber markets
A slowdown in home repair and remodelling projects has weakened lumber markets, the latest setback for Canadian sawmills struggling financially [...]
May 8, 2024
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U.S. to allow wood imports from Russia
The U.S. Treasury Department suddenly announced that it would allow U.S. companies to continue to conduct energy-related [...]
May 8, 2024
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James Jones & Sons to acquire pallet manufacturer in Australia
James Jones & Sons Ltd has announced the further expansion of its pallet manufacturing division in Australia, with the acquisition [...]
May 8, 2024
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Eight U.S. wood groups seek delay of EUDR
A consortium of eight U.S. wood-related trade groups signed a letter requesting the European Commission to push back [...]
May 7, 2024
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New timber price increases announced in Sweden
On 1 May, Sveaskog raised the prices of sawlogs and pulpwood in large parts of the country. All sawlog [...]
May 7, 2024
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Canfor lumber mill in Arkansas for $73 million
Canfor Corporation is announcing that it has entered into a purchase agreement with Resolute El Dorado Inc., an affiliate of [...]
May 7, 2024
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Roseburg to start up new MDF plant this summer
Roseburg Forest Products announces that construction of two new plants in Dillard, Oregon, is well underway. Dillard Components will [...]
May 7, 2024
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