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As we start 2024, we are pleased to learn that DHA's challenge to the misleading marketing of laminate as "wood" has been recognized by Wood Floor Business as one of the top two stories for all of 2023. This is just one example of the importance of DHA's work and accomplishments in 2023 and shows why it is important to be a DHA member in 2024.

For the final eNews of 2023, we looked back on key stories, news, and DHA successes in 2023. One of the biggest developments of 2023 was the U.S. Department of Commerce's final determination, issued in July, that hardwood plywood exported from Vietnam is subject to the antidumping and countervailing duties on hardwood plywood from China.

In our last newsletter, we highlighted DHA's efforts to prevent companies from misleading customers by marketing fake wood products as "wood." In this newsletter, our top story is our recent column in Surface & Panel which highlights the enduring beauty, value, and sustainability of decorative hardwoods including hardwood plywood, veneer, and…

After reporting on Europe's recent ban on the imports of maple veneer from many U.S. states, I’m delighted to inform you that this problem appears to be solved with a new letter from the European Commission and guidance from USDA. DHA had been working with USDA officials to make the case that maple veneer was being misclassified and that drying and heat treatment prevent the spread of sapstreak disease from veneer. After receiving a European Commission letter agreeing that veneer had been misclassified, DHA shared the letter with the USDA…

In early October, I had the pleasure of speaking at the Western Hardwood Plywood Producers and Canadian Hardwood Plywood and Veneer Association Fall Meeting in Eugene, OR. This was a great opportunity to see many DHA members and discuss trends and concerns in the industry. If you missed it, my presentation is available here. This meeting leaves me looking forward to our annual DHA meeting, May 14–16, in Scottsdale, AZ.…