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Decorative Hardwoods Association (formerly HPVA) eNews Volume XVII, Issue XXIII: Trump Vows To Impose New Tariffs On Canada, Mexico & China | Hardwood Federation Evaluates New Tariff Policy | U.S. Imports Of Hardwood Plywood Grow By 20%

The forest products industry is a critical part of the U.S. economy. How many jobs does the forest products industry support and what percent of GDP does it contribute?

The Notre Dame Cathedral's entire 800-year-old oak roof went up in flames in 2019. It has since been rebuilt by a unique group of skilled carpenters using traditional methods of oak framing and woodwork.

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Two major cabinetmakers, both operating under MasterBrand Cabinetry, plan to close their North Carolina manufacturing facilities next year. More than 270 employees will be laid off. Dura Supreme Cabinetry will close its Statesville facility in January. UltraCraft Cabinetry will close its Liberty plant later in 2025. MasterBrand acquired Dura Supreme and Bertch Cabinet earlier this year.

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Hardwood plywood imports continue to grow rapidly in 2024 despite soft U.S. markets. The value of U.S. imports from Vietnam rose by nearly 60% year-to-date through September while volume grew by more than 88%. Imports from Indonesia grew by more than 20% in value and volume.