Hardwood Review

U.S. hardwood lumber exports increased 6% in 2024, relative to 2023, which was a 13-year low. Our monthly export commentary is now available at HardwoodReview.com

Chinese customs has banned log imports from the U.S. for "phytosanitary" reasons claiming detection of beetles in American logs. The U.S. exported $637 million worth of hardwood logs to China in 2024.

Canada has put immediate 25% tariffs on imports of hardwood lumber from the U.S. in retaliation for broad U.S. 25% tariffs going into effect today. https://lnkd.in/ghedqg3e

Log and green lumber prices are rising, creating a margin squeeze as kiln-dried prices aren't moving much. See what other trends will continue or arrive in our 2-month forecast, now available at HardwoodReview.com

U.S. hardwood lumber exports were 6.3% higher in 2024 than 2023. Full 2024 trade data is now available to subscribers at HardwoodReview.com and our feature article this week will be a 2024 export summary. Subscribe today for just $1/day!

It's the year of the tariff. Impacts so far on the hardwood industry can be found in our feature article. Plus updated hardwood lumber pricing and weekly commentary is now available at HardwoodReview.com

The 2025 edition of the Hardwood Directory is now available as a PDF. Find new sources of hardwood lumber! https://lnkd.in/gJQ-6AEa

U.S. hardwood lumber exports recovered a bit in November, from October levels that were partially impacted by a brief port strike, but November was still the second-weakest shipping month of the year. All November trade insights are now available at HardwoodReview.com

This week's feature article looks at future forests and why we need to save Oaks. Plus weekly hardwood lumber pricing and market commentary are now available at HardwoodReview.com

How could predicted trends in flooring, cabinets and furniture impact hardwood demand this year? We have some answers in this week's feature article. Plus pricing updates and weekly market commentary.