National Hardwood Lumber Association

Succession is the moment where legacy is either protected—or lost.

Join us for Family Business Succession: Myths You’ve Heard, Facts You Need, a Risk Management webinar focused on common misconceptions, key mistakes, and proven strategies for successful business transition.

📅 Wednesday, June 17 • 11:00 AM

Learn how to prepare your business, leadership team, and family for what’s next.

Register today: https://www.nhla.com/national-hardwood-academy/webinars

Huge shoutout to Kane Hardwood for investing in their people the right way!

While improvements are underway at the mill, they took the time to host a 3-day lumber grading course for their entire crew, making sure everyone on the floor is aligned and confident in their grading skills.

That kind of commitment doesn’t just improve operations today, it strengthens quality, consistency, and teamwork for the long run. When the whole crew understands the rules, the entire operation runs stronger! 💪

NHLA Inspector Training School Class 211 begins June 8 at Purdue University’s Forestry and Natural Resources Farm in West Lafayette, Indiana. Students receive hands-on training, mill tours, mentorship, and the practical experience needed to succeed in the hardwood industry.

Registration is closing soon — secure your place now.

👉 Learn More: https://ow.ly/jfXA50Z5G56

A big thank you to Springfield Hardwood for participating in NHLA’s Facility Grade Certification program! 👏

National Inspector Tom Byers spent the day with DJ and James grading cherry and continuing the commitment to quality, consistency, and industry excellence.

We appreciate partners like Springfield Hardwoods who continue investing in education and the NHLA grading standards that help strengthen our industry 🌳

What is the National Hardwood Lumber Association (NHLA)?

Established in 1898, NHLA is a membership-based international trade association representing the full hardwood supply chain - including sawmills, timber producers, graders, manufacturers, service providers, distributors, and many other industry professionals.

NHLA develops and maintains our industry’s official hardwood lumber grading standards, supports ethical trade practices, and advocates for the long-term strength and sustainability of the hardwood sector.

Simply put: NHLA helps keep the hardwood industry relevant, connected, and moving forward, and we’re proud to represent a strong, real American industry. 🌳

Learn more about us at NHLA.com

Another great NHLA training opportunity in the books! 🌳

Instructor Roman Matyushchenko recently led a Spanish-language hardwood lumber grading course at Robinson Lumber Company in New Albany, Indiana. The class focused on hands-on instruction, helping participants strengthen their understanding of NHLA grading rules and industry standards.

Thank you to Robinson Lumber for hosting, and to everyone who participated and invested their time in advancing their hardwood education!

Great conversations and valuable connections at the Markets Matter meeting hosted by the U.S. Endowment for Forestry and Communities. Events like these bring together organizations from across the forest products industry to discuss opportunities, challenges, and the future of our sector.

NHLA is proud to collaborate with partners who are committed to strengthening and promoting the hardwood industry! 💪

REGISTRATION CLOSING SOON ‼️

The NHLA Inspector Training School at Purdue University (West Lafayette, IN) begins June 8.

This hands-on program combines practical grading experience, sawmill exposure, and mentorship from experienced industry professionals to prepare the next generation of hardwood inspectors.

If you’re looking to build a career in the hardwood industry, this is exactly where it starts.

Learn more & register: https://ow.ly/tKAM50YRf9o