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What is the most expensive hardwood in the world and what it is used for?

Answer:  African blackwood, used mostly for musical instruments.

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Woodworking Clarity: What is the Most Expensive Wood in the World?

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Earlier this month, DHA hosted a webinar with the American Hardwood Export Council about the upcoming EU deforestation regulations, which will pose significant challenges for U.S. exporters. Click below to watch the recording. The passcode is K5=5#&9X.

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The Biden administration will invest nearly $34 million from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law into strengthening the wood products industry. “Healthy forests depend on a healthy forest products industry . . . it is more important than ever to invest in sustainable forest management across all lands,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack.

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It was expected, but still disappointing for landowners and housing interest groups: President Biden vetoed a congressional resolution to rescind the waters of the U.S. rule change, despite bipartisan disapproval in both the House of Representatives and Senate. However, the Supreme Court may act to limit regulation under WOTUS.

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On Tuesday, May 9, at 1 pm ET, DHA will host an information session about the upcoming Hardwood Federation Congressional Fly-In. All DHA members are welcome. During the Congressional Fly-In on June 13, 14, and 15, Hardwood Federation members, including DHA leadership and members, will advocate for legislative priorities—like the farm bill—with members of Congress and their staff.