Local Timber Supply and Growth-to-Drain in the U.S. South

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This post is the first in a series related to the Q3 2024 Forisk Research Quarterly (FRQ), which includes forest industry analysis and timber price forecasts for North America. The post includes excerpts from the Feature Article. Introduction Forisk’s clients have more…

Mill Investments and Closures in the U.S. South

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Firms continue to invest in forest industry manufacturing facilities in the U.S. South. The region features abundant timber supplies and an established supply chain with favorable business operating conditions. Lumber manufacturers evaluate timber markets for future capital expansion, and the more…

Pulpmill Slowdown: What is Going On?

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We have been getting questions from clients about pulp markets as pulpmills across the country cut back production and wood purchases. Stephen Wright, the Product Manager of Forisk’s Wood Fiber Review, discussed market trends with procurement managers and timberland owners more…