NAHB Looks to Chile As Additional U.S. Lumber Source

NAHB met with more than 100 Chilean government, trade, and industry officials to discuss increasing exports of softwood lumber and other wood products to the United States.  “We support opening up competition in the U.S. lumber market because we know that it will benefit American families who want to buy homes and U.S. builders who are seeking a steady supply of affordably priced lumber,” said NAHB CEO Jerry Howard.”    These talks come at a time when the U.S. and Canada are in discussions over a new softwood lumber trade agreement.  NAHB stated in its recent blog that the association “must be mindful of the U.S. housing market to ensure American consumers have access to a stable, dependable and affordable lumber supply.”  Read More at NAHBNow >