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In Surface and Panel's International Woodworking Fair Special Issue, DHA President Keith Christman provided guidance on how to choose the best hardwood plywood for any project. The article covers veneer species, cut, matching and grade, core types, and cost, among other variables.

Read More:  Surface & Panel Special IWF 2026 Issue → 

On July 23, President Trump imposed new Section 301 tariffs on 60 countries for failing to impose and effectively enforce a ban on imports produced with forced labor. The announcement, which was widely anticipated, came just hours before the sunset of the Section 122 10% tariffs on most U.S. trading partners.

In July, after attending a hearing at the U.S. International Trade Commission, the CEO of the Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association submitted a letter expressing the U.S. cabinet industry's support for the Coalition for Fair Trade in Hardwood Plywood's work to create a level playing field. KCMA's letter directly refuted importers' testimony that American-made hardwood plywood is not as well suited for use in cabinet box construction.

Decorative Hardwoods Association (formerly HPVA) eNews Volume XIX, Issue XV: U.S.

How many trees are there on Earth?

Answer: There are more than 3 trillion trees on the planet, which is about 390 trees for every person on Earth. 

Read More: How Many Trees Exist on Earth? A Look at the Numbers Behind our Forests →