The first full workweek of the year generated more inquiries and sales of framing lumber in the US, but traders’ views of the market were mixed. Price trends were mixed, as well, although producers were mostly taking a firmer stance and raising quotes in late trading.  One major exception was the green Fir market, as demand from California lagged. Softness in green Fir and early week losses in Southern Pine were the primary culprits in a $2 drop in the Random Lengths Framing Lumber Composite Price.      Week Jan 11 ...