Trio Forest Products Inc.

03/05/2025

Simple Market Summary:
Right now, the market is stuck in neutral—engines revving and ready to shift gears, but waiting to see which light turns green. The big question remains: Will the proposed tariffs be implemented, and if so, how quickly will they impact pricing?

Even then, the uncertainty doesn’t end. Will all mills raise prices to follow the market up, or will the market sit tight due to currently weak demand across the board? Unfortunately, there are more questions than answers at this point, but we’ll keep you updated as the situation unfolds.

Stay tuned.

03/03/2025

Sitting on the edge of our seats lately!
With proposed tariffs on Canadian lumber looming, the market is in a holding pattern. Buyers, sellers, and suppliers alike are waiting for clarity, unsure of how pricing and supply will shake out.
Will costs spike?
Will demand shift?
No one has the answers yet, and for now, the industry is in 'wait and see' mode.

President Donald Trump said his proposed tariffs on Mexico and Canada will go into effect March 4, and that China will be charged an additional 10% tariff.

02/07/2025

There's something special about working in Trio's office. For our birthdays every year, we get a homemade birthday cake from Dru and Renee! And on our special decade birthdays, there's the special treatment to look forward to!

02/04/2025

Epic mountain views on this delivery run, every delivery feels like an adventure! 🏔️🚛 Trio Forest Products: Bringing quality lumber to your projects! 🌲

02/04/2025

Get Ready for Increased Lumber Demand:

This Wall Street journal article discusses the unprecedented challenge the United States faces as multiple regions simultaneously embark on extensive rebuilding efforts following recent natural disasters. Los Angeles is grappling with the aftermath of devastating wildfires, while states in the Southeast, including North Carolina, Florida, and Virginia, are recovering from consecutive hurricanes.

This concurrent demand for reconstruction has led to intense competition for essential resources such as specialized construction labor, building materials, and custom home appliances.

Industry experts warn that this heightened competition is likely to slow recovery timelines and escalate costs across the affected areas. The article underscores the complexity of managing simultaneous large-scale rebuilds and the importance of strategic planning to address resource constraints.

Keeping you abreast of upcoming Lumber Market Trends.
Here and ready to serve, The Trio Team

Los Angeles confronts wildfire destruction as the Southeast starts rebuilding after hurricanes.

01/31/2025

Rebuilding California will require an immense amount of lumber. Replacing 12,000 structures would require an estimated 10,000 to 20,000 truckloads of lumber, Goodman said. A 48-foot flatbed truck can haul 45,500 to 52,000 pounds of lumber, according to Union Pacific

While this demand won’t peak immediately, as recovery gains momentum, the need for materials will grow, likely pressuring the lumber market and influencing prices in the months ahead.

The Palisades, Eaton and Hurst wildfires in Southern California have destroyed more than 12,000 structures, raising the likelihood of a spike in demand for lumber in the months and years ahead.

01/30/2025

Canadian Tariffs: With the new president in office, potential changes to tariffs on Canadian softwood lumber remain a focal point. Canada exported over $11.53 billion worth of wood products to the U.S. in 2023, underscoring its importance to the market.

President Trump is using the threat of stiff tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico to pressure the two nations to start renegotiating a continental trade deal.

01/30/2025

🌵 Clear Arizona skies, mountain views, and quality lumber—this jobsite has it all! 🪵

Lumber Market Conditions: It is a good opportunity to place orders right now while the lumber market is down.

With factors like tariffs, CA wildfires and SE hurricane recovery creating uncertainty, increased demand and rising prices seem highly likely in the near future.

01/28/2025

The wildfires in California serve as a sobering reminder of nature’s power and the interconnectedness of our industry to it. California Wildfires: Empathy for Our Neighbors and the Road to Rebuilding.

The wildfires in California have devastated countless families, reducing entire communities to ashes and leaving survivors with unimaginable emotional and economic burdens. These fires remind us of life's fragility and the resilience needed to rebuild.

Our thoughts are with our neighbors facing this profound loss. Beyond the emotional toll, the economic impact will linger for years, with businesses destroyed, infrastructure damaged, and many left without homes. Recovery will demand extensive financial resources and a united community effort.

01/27/2025

🏗️ Wrapping up another incredible project! This stunning complex showcases the strength and reliability of Trio's products. Proud to be a trusted partner in construction. 💪🌲

Stay Up To Date on the Lumber Market: Lumber prices have come down over the past few weeks, offering more short-term relief to already stable prices for buyers.

There are many upcoming factors that could influence market trends in the near future. Stay tuned here to learn more or check out out Market Insights Page for more Lumber Market updates.

01/06/2025

Here's what 2025 looks like for Trio!
Yep, you are correct, we are still doing the same thing, we just plan to do it even better! Stay tuned

01/02/2025

Favorite Motivation Line at Trio - Do It, Do It Right, Do It Right Now!