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Understanding China's Woodchip Import Patterns
In the past 10-15 years, there has been an exponential rise in China’s demand for woodchips. The main driver for this was an investment boom in pulp...
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Could New Government's Tariff and Immigration Plans Mean More Pain than Gain for US Lumber Sector?
America has spoken and the result of the November 5, 2024, US election is a sea-change in government. The big questions now being asked are how the...
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Toward Top Quartile: Southern Pine Productivity Insights
The world of sawmilling has seen major changes throughout the last forty-plus years, and the past decade has reflected several such changes. Overall...
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EUDR Delay: Will the US Be Exempt as a ‘No Risk’ Country?
The implementation of the European Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) has been postponed for twelve months following a decisive vote in the European...
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EUDR Delay: Will the US Be Exempt as a 'No Risk' Country?
The implementation of the European Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) has been postponed for twelve months following a decisive vote in the European...
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Strategic Pathways Through Market Disruptions in the Forest Products Industry
In the dynamic world of supply chains, disruptions are not just probable—they're inevitable. Yet when disruptions strike, they often leave companies...
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Toward Top Quartile: Southern Pine Sawmill Cost Increases
Beck Group Consulting's observation of Southern pine sawmill benchmarking studies began in the mid-1990s. Until the past decade, Southern pine costs...
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Toward Top Quartile: Southern Pine Labor Data Insights
Recently, Beck Group Consulting added new labor-related statistics to its Sawmill TQ benchmarking service for Southern pine sawmills. This new data...
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Emerging Trends in the Pulp, Paper, and Forestry Industry to Watch
In an industry as dynamic as forest products, staying ahead of trends is essential for maintaining a competitive edge. The convergence of...
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Key Considerations Regarding International Paper’s Georgetown Mill Closure
On October 31, International Paper announced its plan to review strategic options for its Global Cellulose Fibers (GCF) business. This decision...