Can the U.S. become self-reliant in lumber supply?
Lumber cost uncertainty has risen from the start of the year, driven in part by potential higher tariffs, particularly on [...]
July 4, 2025
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China log prices hold steady, but summer heat and rain slow construction pose problems
CFR prices for A-grade logs arriving in China remain stable at around USD 113–115 per JASm³ for July [...]
July 4, 2025
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Indian log market slows with early monsoon
India’s log market has softened in recent weeks, largely due to an early onset of the monsoon season, which [...]
July 4, 2025
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EU forest-based value chain warns against over-reliance on carbon stocks in 2040 climate strategy
The European forest sector has issued a joint statement urging EU policymakers to adopt a more comprehensive and realistic approach [...]
July 4, 2025
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Woodgrain to close sawmill in Oregon
Woodgrain Inc. will permanently close its sawmill in Pilot Rock, Oregon, affecting 62 employees, as stated in a notice filed [...]
July 4, 2025
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The Swedish wood industry under pressure from several directions – but there are bright spots
For an export-dependent sector like Sweden’s wood industry, recent global turbulence is a cause for concern. At the [...]
July 3, 2025
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Pallet repair prices climb as inflation and supply chain disruptions persist in Europe
The used pallet market in Europe is experiencing notable price increases driven by rising costs of raw materials and other [...]
July 3, 2025
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New U.S. softwood lumber tariffs pose major threat to Canadian forestry industry
The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced a significant hike in tariffs on Canadian softwood lumber, with the combined [...]
July 3, 2025
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Extensive fire damage at Western Forest Products Columbia sawmill in Vancouver
Western Forest Products Inc. announced that the sawmill at its Columbia Vista Division, located in Vancouver, Washington, sustained extensive damage [...]
July 3, 2025
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Poland: Lesy ČR posts 18% profit increase in Q1 2025 as harvest and sales rise
Poland's state-owned forestry company Lesy České republiky (Lesy ČR) reported an 18% year-on-year increase in pre [...]
July 3, 2025
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