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The Forest Innovation & Bioeconomy Conference (FIBC 2025) is 2 weeks away!
May 6-8, 2025 | 📍 The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver, BC Hosted by B.C.’s Ministry of Forests, the University of British Columbia’s BioProducts Institute, and Foresight Canada, this leading international event connects researchers, industry pioneers, policymakers, and investors to drive sustainable forest bioeconomy innovation and commercialization.Following the last conference, which united 200+ experts from 82 organizations,…
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Lack of Urgency Brings Lower Lumber Prices
Lumber buyers across North America felt no sense of urgency to stock up on solid wood products, thus into mid-April prices softened further. Historically in the seasonal cycle, at this time of early spring there would be an increase in lumber buying as builders and retailers make purchases for the upcoming construction season. This year…
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Tariffs, Trade Tensions Dominate Montreal Wood Convention
Trade uncertainty, softwood lumber tariffs, and a cooling U.S. housing market were front and centre at this year’s Montreal Wood Convention, held April 8 – 10, where industry leaders gathered to assess the challenges ahead. The event drew strong attendance – a record 1,200 attendees and 112 exhibitors – reflecting a shared need among forestry professionals…
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Madison’s Lumber Prices Index Apr 18, 2025: US$513 mfbm
The Madison’s Lumber Prices Index for the week ending april 18, 2025 is: US$513 mfbM The Madison’s Lumber Prices Index for the week ending April 18, 2025 is: US$513 mfbm.This is down -5%, or -$29, from the previous week when it was US$542.This is down -10%, or -$54, from one month ago when it was…
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Annual COFI Convention: April 2025
A great time was had in Prince George, BC, April 2 – 4 for the annual Council of Forest Industries convention. A jam-packed event of exhibitors and presenters brought 650 participants to the central British Columbia city to discuss the latest development with forestry and the lumber industry across North America: The theme for this…
