The Emerald Ash Borer has been sighted and confirmed in two additional states - Texas and Nebraska - bringing the number of infiltrated states to 26. The bug, which is destroying billions of dollars in trees, has expanded in Canada as well.

A 510-foot-long, $100 million pine-clad Noah's Ark replica has opened in Kentucky. And Colorado Timberframe was chosen to mill the logs - because they are among the few who can handle 50 footers, 3 feet in diameter.

Shipments remain strong for solid wood machining systems, says James L. Taylor Mfg. President Jake Greenfield. The firm is operating with a larger backlog than it did last year. Clamp carriers are mature.

Autodesk will cease offering perpetual licenses of its Autodesk Suites after July 31, 2016. Those needing additional licenses of Autodesk products after that will have to acquire them as “pay-as-you-go” subscriptions, says Widom Associates.

A French start-up will develop canola seed-based resin for use in the wood composite panel industry, replacing formaldehyde, a chemical used in adhesives that is known to cause cancer.

France's top furniture retailer is in advanced discussions to be acquired by U.S. private equity firm Clayton, Dubilier & Rice (CD&R), in a partnership led by a unit of XXXLutz Group, Europe's third largest furniture retailer.

The Cabinet Makers Association (CMA) has named its Board of Directors for the 2016-2017 term.

The U.S. Court of International Trade upheld a finding by the International Trade Commission that Chinese exports of hardwood plywood pose no threat to U.S. businesses. The ruling likely means no antidumping and countervailing duties will be assessed.

SANTA ANA, Calif. -- The creator of a special flag made a journey from France to New York and ultimately to California. Francois Langin of Langin Designs, Santa Ana, California, said that his journey helped him recognized what made America special. “This year I felt compelled to honor America by creating a work of art that reflects my love, respect, admiration and gratefulness for all the blessings that this country has provided to me,” he said.