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The U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management have completed the inventory of old and mature-growth forests that was mandated by the Biden administration. The inventory shows that there is no deficiency in forests managed by the two agencies: old-growth forests cover 18% of lands managed and mature forests cover 45%.

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Participants in the Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association's monthly survey reported a nearly 13% drop in the volume of cabinet sales through May vs. last year, while year-to-date revenue increased by about 6.1%. Revenue in May alone, however, fell by 7.8% vs. April.

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KCMA: May Trend of Business Report

In May, DHA partnered with GreenCE, an online platform that provides education on sustainable design, to deliver our course that highlights the beauty, sustainability, and climate benefits of decorative hardwoods. By the end of June, more than 500 architects and designers had already completed the course, which qualifies for continuing education credit at the American Institute of Architects, American Institute of Building Design, and Green Building Certification.

Decorative Hardwoods Association (formerly HPVA) eNews Volume XVI, Issue XII: Duties On Engineered Wood Flooring From China Will Continue For 5 More Years | DHA, Hardwood Federation Advocate For Hardwood Products | CARB Will Stop Processing NAF & ULEF Exemptions On July 14

What U.S. hardwood tree is facing the greatest threat, right now?

Answer:  Ash

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Public Broadcasting Service: Trees across the U.S. face dire threats, new report shows