Canada’s softwood lumber industry plays a key role in NAFTA 2.0 talks. As U.S. relies on Canadian exports, Ottawa gains strategic leverage in negotiations.
The USDA has appointed six members and four alternates to the Softwood Lumber Board for 2026, including experts from various sectors to strengthen supply chain perspectives and industry insights.
The SLB and USDA awarded $1.8M to four K-12 mass timber projects, emphasizing biophilic design and sustainability to enhance student learning and teacher well-being.
Canada invests $1.75B to boost the softwood lumber industry, promoting sustainability, market diversification, and job growth through innovative initiatives.
AWC issues Northern U.S. Softwood Lumber EPD, completing four regional declarations for enhanced environmental transparency across the wood products sector.
Softwoods like Douglas Fir, Pine, Cedar, and Hemlock are versatile, used in both construction for strength and fine woodworking for quality and consistency.
The Softwood Lumber Board and USDA Forest Service have launched a $1.8M mass timber competition to promote sustainable timber projects in U.S. K-12 educational facilities. Eligible applicants include U.S.-based architects, engineers, public school districts, and tribal organizations
The USDA appoints six new members to the Softwood Lumber Board for 2025-2027, promoting industry diversity and innovation in softwood lumber research and market development.
The American Wood Council (AWC) has made a significant stride in sustainability by releasing the industry’s first regional Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for the U.S. wood products sector. Previously, EPDs in this industry were nationwide, but AWC has responded to …
