Newsletter - Industry News

Q3 Southern Pine exports (treated and untreated lumber) are running 5% higher in 2023 over 2022, according to September data from the USDA’s Foreign Agriculture Services’ Global Agricultural Trade System. […]

The Westervelt Company has announced two new officer roles and four promotions for other officers. Travis Hemmen has been promoted from director to executive vice president and general manager, Westervelt […]

Membership Renewal Underway The commitment of our membership determines the success of the Southern Forest Products Association, so we thank you for your loyalty, leadership, and support to continue growing […]

Captis Aire, an associate member of the Southern Forest Products Association, has received the Greener Reaction Conditions award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as part of its 2023 […]

BID Group and Biomass Engineering & Equipment (“BE&E”) have announced a strategic supply and outsourcing partnership. As part of this partnership, BE&E will acquire the Vibrapro brand and manufacturing operations […]

August 2023 Southern Pine lumber exports (treated and untreated) were down 14.3% in August over July and about 13% lower compared to the same month in 2022. Total softwood imports, […]

BID Group has completed its acquisition of YGE Inc., a supplier and service provider specializing in top-tier saw guides, grinders, and consumables catering to the wood processing industry. This strategic […]

Any investment in wood flooring can be justified when the material selected provides long-term wear resistance, general utility, and a decorative appearance. That’s where Southern Pine flooring comes in. Three […]

July 2023 Southern Pine exports (treated and untreated) were up 24% over June but down 6% over the same month in 2022. Total softwood imports, meanwhile, were down 4.4% over […]

The American Wood Protection Association Executive Committee has announced Nicole Butler will be its next executive vice president and secretary, effective January 1, 2024. This selection is the culmination of […]