U.S. Containerboard Production Up in March

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For the fifth straight month, U.S. containerboard paper production has risen sharply when compared to last year, according to the American Forest & Paper Association.

Total U.S. containerboard production in March of this year saw an increase of 379,100 tons, or 15.6%, over March 2009. Although total production amounts also increased compared to February 2010, average daily production was down slightly due to the number of days in March.

Year-to-date 2010 production has increased 13.2% over 2009.

The containerboard operating rate for March 2010 rose 16.3 points over March 2009 to 93.6%.

Additional key findings from the report include:

* Linerboard production posts a large increase over same month last year.
* Medium production follows the trend and increase over March 2009.
* Operating rates also reflected the year-over-year increase.

SOURCE: AF&PA

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