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April 26th, 2024
Changes in markets this week:
McMillan Forest Products, Belleisle
Reminder: McMillan’s is open for deliveries of hemlock. 10, 12, 16ft lengths with 6” trim, minimum 7” top and maximum 30” butt, $324.06/mbf.
*Please contact the mill ahead of time.
Marwood, Traceyville
Marwood adjusted their price on 6’ cedar stock last week and no longer will have a seasonal adjustment. The new price is $122.25/gmt. Minimum top size 4.5”, 6-foot length with 3-6” trim. Check out the cedar market page of the SNBFPMB website for more information on the specs.
Penobsquis Wood Yard, Penobsquis
Reminder that the Penobsquis Wood Yard increased their price on 8-foot poplar pulpwood by $3.00/gmt. The new price is $61.17/gmt delivered to the yard, paid by SNBFPMB. Poplar spec is the same as the previous Louisiana Pacific (LP) market.
SNB Board – JDI Contract
We are three weeks fulfilled on the 7th contract between the SNB Marketing Board and JDI. Deliveries have been steady and on pace to the agreed volume, averaging about 1200gmt per week. A reminder that the new contract runs from March 31st to June 1st, 2024.
As roads in southern NB are set to open on Monday morning, it is expected many producers will be adjusting back to their typical production schedule soon. A friendly reminder to reach out to staff at the SNB Marketing Board to let them know of any changes beyond existing plans.
If owners or producers would like to participate, please provide an estimate of production immediately. Contact Devin Weaver at (506) 261-5994 or the SNB office at (506) 433-9877 with your estimate.
NOTE: When shipping under the Board’s contract, put SNBFPMB and the producer’s name in brackets in the producer spot on the
transportation certificate. * This replaces the contract number. *
Click here to see the sample TC.
Arauco (Flakeboard), St. Stephen
Arauco has increased their delivery allocation from the SNB Board area. Flakeboard takes random length (minimum 12ft) hardwood, to a minimum top of 3 inches, with no poplar.
Producers are encouraged to reach out to the SNB office if they have wood roadside to move.
The fuel surcharge for April remains the same as the previous 8 months. Arauco updates its fuel surcharge bonus monthly. The current price took effect April 1st and is good for the month. Please contact the SNB office for the most current “all in” price.
Arbec, Miramichi
Arbec has suspended deliveries as of Thursday, March 28th, 2024.
Little’s Lumber (Marwood), Harvey
Little’s Lumber has curtailed all deliveries of red pine as of February 16th, 2024.
SNB Forest Products Marketing Board Office
Reminder for producers and landowners that wood payment cheques are handed out on Thursdays, following the week the wood is shipped. If you have questions, please call the SNB office.
US Markets and Currency Rates
Currency conversion rates for US markets will remain at 1.35% for the week of April 29th, 2024. Though currency may fluctuate beyond this, there is little to no stateside activity from inside the Southern New Brunswick Marketing Board area.
Small Mill Markets
Ernest McCrea, Prince Edward Island is looking for Tamarack, ash, and red oak. Call (902) 806-0270 for more information.
Johnson’s Lumber Supplies, Browns Flat is purchasing spruce, fir & cedar logs. Contact Gary Johnson at (506) 468-2457.
Luke Coleman, Ravine Road is seeking cedar. Luke also does custom sawing. Home (506) 832-3752 or cell (506) 606-9721.
For more information on pricing and specifications, please visit our Market page here. Or contact the office at (506) 433-9877 or 433-9866.
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