With the U.S. Dept. of Commerce’s recent announcement it would raise trade duties on imported lumber from Canada to an average of 17.9%, there are a lot of questions on why it would do so when the lumber market is heading steadily upward. In this special edition of SBCA’s Lumber Connection Podcast, SBCA's director of communications, Sean Shields, provides commentary on the longstanding softwood lumber trade dispute between the U.S. and Canada.

December 21, 2021: Why is the U.S. Imposing Tariffs Now?!?

Justin Binning and Ken Timmins with American International Forest Products (AIFP) provide a snapshot of the current lumber market. A new administration, the possibility for new tariffs, weather, fires, and interest rates are all having an early effect on the lumber market. Tune in for the information you need to plan for Q1 2025 and into the future. Justin has been with AIFP since 2010 with a focus in Southern Yellow Pine and Ken has been with AIFP since 2017, specializing in Fir species. Both specialize in high grade lumber for the component manufacturing industry.

January 10, 2025: Numerous Factors Making an Impact on Early 2025 Lumber Market

Justin Binning and Joe Griffith with American International Forest Products (AIFP) provide a snapshot of the current lumber market. Both experts weigh-in on the potential for tariffs, current inventory, and overarching 2025 buying strategies. Justin has been with AIFP since 2010 with a focus in Southern Yellow Pine and Joe has been with AIFP since 1996, specializing in SPF/Doug Fir/Hem Fir. Both specialize in high grade lumber for the component manufacturing industry.

January 24, 2025: Inventory, Weather, and Tariffs Continue to be Top of Mind

Justin Binning and Ken Timmins with American International Forest Products (AIFP) provide a snapshot of the current lumber market. Tune in to hear Justin and Ken give their take on the February lumber market as the dust settles around the temporary pause on new tariffs. Justin has been with AIFP since 2010 with a focus in Southern Yellow Pine and Ken has been with AIFP since 2017, specializing in Fir species. Both specialize in high grade lumber for the component manufacturing industry.

February 7, 2025: Tariff Uncertainty Drives Market

Justin Binning and Ken Timmins with American International Forest Products (AIFP) provide a snapshot of the current lumber market. Justin examines the current choppy market while Ken focuses on strengthening demand. Both experts agree on the need for flexibility as the deadline for revisiting tariffs looms in the distance. Justin has been with AIFP since 2010 with a focus in Southern Yellow Pine and Ken has been with AIFP since 2017, specializing in Fir species. Both specialize in high grade lumber for the component manufacturing industry.

February 21, 2025: Current Mood: Cautiously Optimistic

Justin Binning and Ken Timmins with American International Forest Products (AIFP) provide a snapshot of the current lumber market. Justin and Ken address the ongoing elephant in the room: tariffs. Confusion and uncertainty rule the roost as the current Administration sorts out the direction they'll go regarding tariffs on softwood lumber. In the meantime, listen in for their thoughts on how to handle the next couple of weeks. Justin has been with AIFP since 2010 with a focus in Southern Yellow Pine and Ken has been with AIFP since 2017, specializing in Fir species. Both specialize in high grade lumber for the component manufacturing industry.

March 7, 2025: Indigestion Makes for an "Interesting" Market

Justin Binning and Ken Timmins with American International Forest Products (AIFP) provide a snapshot of the current lumber market. Both experts weigh in on the effect this week's tariff announcement had and will have on the market, but uncertainty continues to be the word this year. Tune in for details on tariffs, transportation, and current buying trends. Justin has been with AIFP since 2010 with a focus in Southern Yellow Pine and Ken has been with AIFP since 2017, specializing in Fir species. Both specialize in high grade lumber for the component manufacturing industry.

April 4, 2025: Experts Talk Tariffs and Transportation

Justin Binning and Ken Timmins with American International Forest Products (AIFP) provide a snapshot of the current lumber market. Justin and Ken address on-going market confusion as the primary reaction to President Trump's Liberation Day tariff plans and rapid pause. Justin has been with AIFP since 2010 with a focus in Southern Yellow Pine and Ken has been with AIFP since 2017, specializing in Fir species. Both specialize in high grade lumber for the component manufacturing industry.

April 21, 2025: Tariff Discussions Toss Market into Turbulence

Justin Binning and Ken Timmins with American International Forest Products (AIFP) provide a snapshot of the current lumber market. Both experts agree that the tariff turbulence is dying down and share their thoughts on building a meaningful relationship with your suppliers, lumber or otherwise. Justin has been with AIFP since 2010 with a focus in Southern Yellow Pine and Ken has been with AIFP since 2017, specializing in Fir species. Both specialize in high grade lumber for the component manufacturing industry.

May 2, 2025: And the Beat Goes On

In this special episode, Stinson Dean with Revol Building Solutions, explains the lumber futures market and provides insight on how component manufacturers can use the futures market to their advantage. Stinson is a seasoned lumber trader and new owner of Revol Building Solutions.

May 27, 2025: Special Guest, Stinson Dean, Talks Lumber Futures

June 13, 2025: Steady As She Goes, Now's the Time to Stay Focused

This SBCA podcast focuses on the latest trends in North American lumber markets. The component manufacturing industry annually consumes hundreds of millions of board feet of softwood lumber and our guests will provide timely commentary on the many factors impacting the availability and cost of the lumber used in structural components.