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Tennessee Hardwood Companies Seek Federal Aid Amid Tariff Crisis

11/18/2025

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Nearly 40 hardwood companies in Tennessee are urging federal relief due to economic hardships from tariffs.
The state's forestry industry supports about 85,000 jobs and has lost $9 billion since the 2018 trade war began.
Export sales dropped by $45 million in 2023, resulting in job losses.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has not confirmed if lumber mills will receive aid.
Thompson Appalachian Hardwoods is diversifying its markets to survive.

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Story summary

Nearly 40 hardwood companies in Tennessee are urging federal relief due to economic hardships from tariffs.
The state's forestry industry supports about 85,000 jobs and has lost $9 billion since the 2018 trade war began.
Export sales dropped by $45 million in 2023, resulting in job losses.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has not confirmed if lumber mills will receive aid.
Thompson Appalachian Hardwoods is diversifying its markets to survive.