Södra announced that prices were raised for saw logs and small-diameter sawable ranges on October 21st, and a new tool is being introduced to increase security for forest owners.
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EU Launches Anti-Dumping Investigation Into Chinese Plywood Imports
The European Union is launching an anti-dumping investigation into Chinese plywood imports, Timberbiz reported.
Metsä announces closure of Finnish Plywood Mill
Metsä Wood plans to discontinue plywood production at its mill in Suolahti, Finland, due to poor profitability.
Planting of New Spruce Trees to be Banned in Parts of U.K to Slow Spruce Bark Beetle Infestation
The BBC.com on Wednesday (10-9-24), reported that the planting of new spruce trees is being banned in parts of East […]
U.S. Wood Pellet Exports Declined Month-Over-Month & Year-Over-Year in August 2024
According to data released on Tuesday (10-8-24), by United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Foreign Agricultural Service, the U.S. exported […]
TDUK Reports Modest Increase in UK Wood Product Imports in July
Wood product imports in July were higher than in July 2023—the second consecutive month with year-over-year growth—TDUK reported.
European Commission Proposes 12-Month Delay to Deforestation Regulation
The European Commission said it would propose delaying implementation of a law banning the import of commodities linked to deforestation by a year, Reuters reported.
Stora Enso Preparing to Sell Part of Its Forest Assets in Sweden
Stora Enso is preparing to sell approximately 12% of its total forest assets of 1.4 million hectares (3.46 million acres) in Sweden.
Brazilian Exports of Wood-Based Products Drop in August Due to Shipping Issues
The value Brazilian exports of wood-based products (except pulp and paper) decreased 10.8% in August. On a monthly basis, exports declined 21% due to shipping difficulties.
Southern Forest Products Export Report for July
Exports of Southern pine lumber (treated and untreated) through July continued to outpace 2023, up 15%, the USDA and SFPA reported.