By John Kuch, ManagerManufacturing

Finally, we are nearing the end of 2009. This has been the worst year ever for the forest industry. We are certainly hoping for better things in 2010.

CML is on a couple of weeks of hemlock custom cut for Trapa and Western. Hopefully, we can sell some cedar while we are on hemlock.

Lumber markets have been very slow as most distributors do not want to carry inventory over the winter.

This week is the North American Wholesale Lumber Association (NAWLA) show in Chicago. This is where the major lumber buyers from all over North America go to meet the distributors and buyers. One of our suppliers has a booth at the show and will be showcasing samples of our cedar. Hopefully, there will be some good news with some sales.

Until next month please work safe and play safe.

The Coulson Group of Companies - Head Office:

4890 Cherry Creek Road, Port Alberni, BC, Canada V9Y 8E9 Phone: (250) 723-8118 Fax: (250) 723-7766