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Shifts in the Lumber Industry: An Analysis of Current Trends
The lumber market is undergoing a significant transformation that is poised to alter lumber supplies and pricing dynamics for years to come. In the midst of an industry that is traditionally characterized by cycles of booms and busts, the current downturn signals a seismic shift away from established lumber hubs in Canada and the Pacific Northwest towards an emergent powerhouse in the Southeast U.S.