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Last month, we highlighted how the American Hardwood Export Council has been working hard in collaboration with allies and governments in the U.S. and around the world to delay the implementation of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). The European Commission appears to have finally listened to concerns and called for a delay in implementation. This is a very good and important step. However, it is not sufficient. EUDR is fatally flawed with respect to forest products, particularly in the U.S. and for many small landowners. Despite virtually nonexistent deforestation due to agriculture in the U.S., this regulation remains a huge burden and is unworkable for U.S. hardwoods. We will continue to work with AHEC and other allies to fix the regulations.

At DHA, our standards are a very important part of our work. We are happy to announce hard copy sales of the new American National Standard for Hardwood and Decorative Plywood (ANSI/HPVA HP-1). DHA will continue to make the standard available free of charge for download from our website. But, for those who prefer a bound hard copy, pocket-size and full-size versions of the standard will be available for sale.

If you have questions or comments, contact me. I look forward to hearing from you.


Keith A. Christman, President
Decorative Hardwoods Association