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AF&PA Releases Q2 2025 Boxboard Quarterly Report

July 25, 2025
Total Boxboard production in Q2 remained essentially flat compared to Q2 2024.  The boxboard operating rate was 87.6%, down 1.8 points from the same quarter last year.

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AF&PA Releases Q2 2025 Containerboard Quarterly Report

July 25, 2025
According to the report, total Containerboard production in Q2 decreased 5% compared to Q2 2024. It was down 3% when compared to the same 6 months of 2024.

Recycling Q&A

Are Post-it Notes Recyclable?

July 21, 2025
Yes, post-it notes are recyclable by paper mills! It’s best to attach them to printer paper, mail, magazines, or other larger paper items and place them in your recycling bin

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AF&PA June 2025 Packaging Papers Monthly Report

July 17, 2025
Total packaging papers & specialty packaging shipments in June increased 5% compared to June 2024. They were down 2% when compared to the same 6 months of 2024.

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AF&PA Releases June 2025 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

July 16, 2025
According to the report, total printing-writing (P-W) paper shipments decreased 6% in June compared to June 2024.

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AF&PA Appreciates U.S. Efforts to Address Non-Tariff Trade Barriers

July 14, 2025
We encourage President Trump and his administration to continue working towards a fair and reciprocal trade relationship with the EU that fixes EUDR while improving other aspects of trade for U.S. paper manufacturers.

Update in Brief

What is Paperboard Packaging?

July 14, 2025
Paperboard is a strong, lightweight packaging material made from wood pulp or recycled paper pulp. Paperboard is used to package things like cereal and medicine boxes. 

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American Forest & Paper Association Applauds Vital Tax Reform for U.S. Manufacturing

July 4, 2025
AF&PA applauds President Trump and leaders in Congress for delivering a strong tax package that will boost American manufacturing. Today’s action represents a resounding victory and long-term business certainty for U.S. manufacturers.

Update in Brief

Why Are Postal Stamp Prices Going Up Again?

June 26, 2025
The cost of a First-Class Mail Forever stamp is set to rise by 5 cents. If approved by the Postal Regulatory Commission, new rates will take effect July 13, 2025.

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LD 1423 Makes Commonsense Improvements to Maine’s EPR Program

June 23, 2025
AF&PA applauds Maine Governor Janet Mills and state lawmakers for advancing LD 1423, which makes much needed improvements to the state’s EPR policy. 

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AF&PA Releases May 2025 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

June 19, 2025
According to the report, total printing-writing paper shipments decreased 5% in May compared to May 2024.

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AF&PA Releases May 2025 Packaging Papers Monthly Report

June 19, 2025
Total packaging papers & specialty packaging shipments in May decreased 7% compared to May 2024.