Joe H

Digital Strategy & Communications

Joe H is the voice behind the Blackberry Pallet blog, where he writes about the pallet industry, wood products, and the broader role of The Turman Group in sustainable forestry. As the Digital Strategy & Communications lead for Blackberry Pallet, Joe brings a hands-on perspective from within the company, combining real-world knowledge of pallet manufacturing with insights into industry trends, compliance, and sustainability.

His work focuses on making complex industry topics clear and accessible—whether it’s explaining regulatory requirements, highlighting sustainable practices, or showing how wood products fit into the global supply chain. Each article is crafted to inform customers, partners, and industry professionals about the value and impact of responsibly sourced wood products.

Through his writing, Joe aims to connect the operations of Blackberry Pallet and The Turman Group to the larger conversations happening in forestry, logistics, and sustainable manufacturing.

My Blog Articles

Diagram showing carbon locked in lumber being manufactured into long-lasting wood products like flooring, furniture, pallets, and log homes, extending carbon sequestration for years and decades.

How Sustainable Wood Products Support Long-Term Environmental Health

When it comes to environmental health, few resources play as important a role as our forests. Properly managed forests and the wood products that come from them create a cycle of carbon storage and renewal that helps stabilize our climate for future generations. The idea is simple but powerful: - Forests absorb carbon dioxide as they grow. - Harvested wood products continue to store that carbon for decades or even centuries. - Managed forests regrow, pulling more carbon out o

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7 days ago

The complete vertical integration of Blackberry Pallet, showing quality control from raw timber logs and sawmill production to stacked, finished hardwood pallets

Turman Group Vertical Integration Powers Your Pallet Supply

In pallet supply, consistency and uptime matter. When a line stops because pallets don’t arrive—or quality varies—costs add up fast. Blackberry Pallet is part of The Turman Group, a fully vertically integrated forest products family. That means we’re connected end‑to‑end: from timber and sawmills to pallet stock and finished pallets. For you, it means dependable delivery, tight quality control, and the power of the Turman Group working toward your goals.

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Aug 11

EUDR and Hardwood Pallets: What It Means for Blackberry Customers

The European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) goes into effect this December, placing new requirements on products linked to deforestation. This post explains what the EUDR covers, when it applies to wooden pallets, and why Blackberry Pallet’s products—used exclusively as packaging—are exempt. If you export to the EU, here’s what you need to know and why our hardwood pallets remain a compliant, reliable choice.

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May 20

Truck labeled "Blackberry Pallet" carries wooden pallets under a clear blue sky. Driver visible in cab. Text: Christiansburg, VA.

Manufacturing Tomorrow’s Success Starts with Readiness Today

What does operational readiness look like during this phase of "prepared waiting"? Is it simply a matter of holding steady and watching the indicators? Or is this period a critical opportunity for strategic action in itself? At Blackberry Pallet, operating within this environment, we believe proactive engagement remains crucial.

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May 1

Building An Online Presence the Same Way We Build Pallets

We started with nothing more than a Facebook page that had a single photo, our address, and a phone number. • No website. • No blog. •...

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Apr 28

Reliability in Action: How Blackberry Pallet Stays Ready

In today's dynamic manufacturing environment (April 2025), securing reliable partners and ensuring operational continuity are paramount....

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Apr 10

Understanding the EUDR Impact for US Wood Product Suppliers

For companies involved in the wood products supply chain, understanding this regulation is crucial. Compliance begins 12-30-25, Prepare now.

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Apr 4

Are You Ready? Manufacturing Supply Chain Interdependence

The manufacturing sector, here in late March 2025, continues to navigate a period marked by both significant challenges and emerging...

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Mar 28

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