NEWS

The U.S. Department of Commerce has postponed the deadline for issuing its final conclusion on the investigation into possible evasion of anti-dumping and countervailing duties involving hardwood plywood imported from Vietnam. The agency will publish its conclusion by October 17 instead of April 20.

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A new DHA-supported marketing campaign, Real American Hardwood™, will advertise the beauty of hardwoods directly to consumers. The campaign will promote the benefits that consumers value most: that hardwood products provide enduring beauty, warmth, and deep satisfaction to their owners.

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Real American Hardwood Coalition

On Earth Day, President Biden signed an executive order designed to "strengthen America’s forests, boost wildfire resilience, and combat global warming." The executive order also directs agencies to inventory "old growth" and "mature" forests and enhances international efforts to prevent deforestation.

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

What are the two best species of wood to use to make pencils?

Answer:  Basswood and Incense-Cedar

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blog.pencils.com: The Best Wood for Pencils