Steve and Jennifer analyze the evolving lumber and sawmill industry on this Woodpreneur Podcast episode, spotlighting emerging opportunities from tariffs and the power of collaboration. Jennifer outlines strategic steps for small producers—from inventory building to cooperative models—while highlighting the urban wood sector's growth potential. The discussion champions local resource utilization as a win for economic and environmental sustainability.

Key Takeaways

Tariff Advantages: New policies create prime opportunities to promote domestic wood products

Collaborative Growth: Unified industry efforts yield greater success than solo ventures

Waste Reduction: Addresses the paradox of wasted local wood amid lumber imports

Proactive Preparation: Small producers should stockpile inventory and explore cooperatives

Localized Benefits: Urban wood utilization strengthens community economies and ecosystems 

Chapters

00:00 Industry Snapshot & Tariff Impacts

10:03 Collaborative Strategies for Growth

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