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Decorative Hardwoods Association (formerly HPVA) eNews Volume XVII, Issue XVI: Fire Damages Rockshield Plywood Plant | Commerce Rules On Hardwood Plywood From China | Latest Update On EUDR | U.S. Imports Of Hardwood Plywood Grow By 32%

How did Smokey Bear celebrate his 80th birthday?

Answer: Smokey Bear, beloved wildfire prevention icon, celebrated his 80th birthday by ringing the NASDAQ Opening Bell - and with a new ad campaign. 

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AmeriCorps and the U.S. Forest Service have launched ForestCorps, a new program that trains 18 to 26-year-olds to fight wildfires and support land restoration across the West. Participants of the already popular program receive hands-on experience in prescribed burns and reforestation. 

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U.S. imports of wooden furniture reached $10.2 billion in the first half of 2024, a 6% increase over last year. Imports from Vietnam and Malaysia grew by 18% and 9%, respectively, driving the change. Imports from Mexico and Indonesia fell by more than 5%.

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In the first half of 2024, U.S. imports of hardwood plywood outpaced 2023 by 32%. Imports from Vietnam and Malaysia have more than doubled; imports from Indonesia grew by 55%. June finished slow: imports fell by 17% to 201,632 cubic meters, 21% lower than last June's volume.

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