I hadn’t thought of traveling orchestral or concert musicians before, but the CITES governing reaction is one that must initially happen for widespread awareness to occur. In so doing, the awareness of alternatives and alternative species spreads, along with a highlighting of the considerations of mass producers of furniture, musical instruments, and the like.
Chuck Moore had posted the following insightful commentary relating to independent and corporate manufacturers of instruments, along with cost considerations relating to the methods they procure. While it may not directly be related, it’s something further to be considered by consumers and luthiers alike.