Some groups say that tariffs on Canadian softwoods exported to the U.S. will add to the cost of constructing new homes. Others say that these costs are a small percentage of construction costs, and that U.S. lumber producers are able to meet U.S. softwood needs.

The Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute (SBWI) has been named a 2025 School of Distinction by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), a national accreditor recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Each month in FDMC Magazine we feature the 'Notable Nine Online', nine stories that were the most viewed and engaged with from WoodworkingNetwork.com over the past month. The following stories were chosen by our readers by what they were most interested in from June 14 to July 13.

The Michigan Historic Preservation Network has partnered with Sam Beuford Woodworking Institute to expand historic preservation trades education.

The US office furniture market is experiencing robust growth, with projections estimating the market will reach $23.2 billion by the end of 2031, up from $15.3 billion in 2024, according to a new report from Persistence Market Research.

LOGRONO, Spain, RALEIGH, N.C. — Garnica, a global leader in premium sustainable plywood, has been awarded a Gold Medal by EcoVadis, a provider of business sustainability ratings. This distinction places Garnica among the top 3% of companies evaluated in the wood product manufacturing sector for sustainability performance and recognizes the company’s strong commitment to environmental responsibility, ethical practices, and sustainable supply chain management. 

Max Hunter of Western Dovetail showed off an intriguing animated display of drawer box joinery options in his booth at the 2025 AWFS Fair in Las Vegas.

Stevens Industries announced the promotion of Beverly Crichton to director of Marketing for the Stevenswood brand, which includes TFL and high pressure laminated panels.

Frontier Woodworks, a Francis, Utah-based custom millwork and door business that has served the community since 1995, caught fire July 24 and fire officials believe the company's main building is expected to be a "near total loss."

The Justice Department said that Grosfillex Inc., a patio furniture company, agreed to pay $4.9 million to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act and other statutes by evading antidumping and countervailing duties (AD/CVD).