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Wood Markets News
Canadian Sawmill Production and Shipments Decline in November
Canadian sawmill lumber production fell 7.7% in November 2025, while shipments dropped 13.3%, StatCan reported.
Montana Forest Industry Faces Continued Declines and Uncertainty
Montana’s forestry sector is entering 2026 with tariff uncertainty, weak lumber prices, and mill closures that continue to pressure the industry, the Montana State Exponent reported.
Södra Completes Sale of Baltic Forest Holdings to Ingka Investments
Södra has completed the sale of its forest holdings in Latvia and Estonia to Ingka Investments for EUR 720 million.
UK’s A&J Scott Provides Update on New Sawmill Construction
A&J Scott said construction has begun on its Mill 10 sawmill project in Northumberland, with the new facility expected to lift output by 40%.
Södra Lowers Swedish Timber Prices
Södra has cut prices for logs, pulpwood, and fuel wood, citing higher supply and weaker winter demand.
Oregon Proposes Long-Term Forest Plan for Logging and Conservation
The ODF proposed a 70-year forest management plan to guide logging and conservation west of the Cascades, Oregon Public Broadcasting reported.
US Construction Input Prices Rise 2.8% Year-Over-Year in December
US building material prices fell 0.6% in December 2025 but remained 2.8% higher year-over-year, the BLS and ABC reported.
BC First Nations Coalition Acquires Additional Timber Rights
BC transferred about 1 million cubic meters of Morice TSA timber to a First Nations coalition, reallocating a Canfor undercut, the Terrace Standard reported.
Brazilian Exports of Wood-Based Products Fall in November
Brazilian exports of wood-based products totaled $226.0 million in November 2025, down 37.0% from $360.4 million a year earlier, ITTO reported.