Small Signs Signal Housing Market Improvement - Sep 6, 2012
Small signs are pointing to improvement in the housing market, but there are still obstacles in the way. Emerald Ash Borer Found in Kansas: The discovery of the emerald ash borer (EAB) in Kansas makes it the most western state with an infestation so far. Canada Holds Potential for Wood Pellet Market: The wood pellet industry in Canada is in position to see some notable growth as a result of government energy policies, according to a new report from the Wood Pellet Association of Canada (WPAC). News Briefs: The governor of Georgia has issued an executive order to incorporate green building standards; Lumber producers in Canada are looking at the largest combined profit since 2006; A higher demand for lumber from Asia is causing lumber prices in the United States to rise; Combustible dust had been building up over time at a sawmill that experienced a massive explosion in April 2012; New orders for manufactured goods increased 2.8% in July.
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