Learn how NHLA and Crossroads Strategies are advancing American hardwood through federal procurement, policy engagement, and support for domestic manufacturing.

Explore how NHLA is investing in advocacy, hardwood promotion, mill optimization, AI grading, and new markets to strengthen the American hardwood industry.

Discover what an NHLA lumber inspector really does, from solving costly sawmill problems and improving lumber yield to introducing a new generation to hardwood careers.

Discover how Messersmith Manufacturing helps sawmills turn wood waste into biomass energy, reducing energy costs and creating value from wood residuals.

Discover how salvaged hardwood lumber is creating new opportunities through research, innovation, and collaboration. Learn how the hardwood industry is transforming storm-damaged wood into sustainable, high-value products while advancing workforce development and mass timber applications.

Learn how NHLA strengthens the hardwood industry by representing members at major conferences, trade shows, and industry events, fostering connections, market intelligence, and business opportunities across North America.

Discover how Marsh McLennan Agency helps hardwood businesses manage risk through specialized wood products insurance, loss prevention strategies, and industry expertise tailored to sawmills, manufacturers, and forest products companies.

NHLA members have approved several important updates to the 2027 NHLA Rules, including changes to manufacturing language, the reinstatement of Original Construction Grades, and multiple amendments to Cypress grading rules. Learn what passed, what did not, and how these changes will impact hardwood lumber grading standards when the 2027 NHLA Rule Book takes effect in January 2027.