EP 123: The New Southern Pine Lumber Futures Contract at the CME

In our second drop of the week, Ashley sits down with Alison Coughlin from the CME Group to unpack the newly launched Southern Yellow Pine (SYP) Lumber Futures contract. It’s been live for over a month now, and we’re breaking down how it came to be, how it works, and why it could be a game-changer for the fastest-growing segment in U.S. lumber production. Whether you're a trader, mill, or just lumber-curious, this episode offers a smart intro into what the new contract means for the market—and how you can get involved. To learn more, check out https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/agriculture/lumber-and-softs/southern-yellow-pine.html, or shoot a note to the CME team at [email protected]. To sign up for Fastmarkets' “Daily Southern Yellow Pine” Newsletter, click here: https://www.fastmarkets.com/forest-products/wood-products/southern-yellow-pine/ For more information on The Lumber Word” or to drop us a note, visit us at https://www.thelumberchannel.com/