Month: August 2026

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Madison’s Lumber Prices Index Aug 28, 2026: US$521 mfbm

The Madison’s Lumber Prices Index for the week ending aug 28, 2026 is: US$521 mfbM The Madison’s Lumber Prices Index for the week ending Aug 28, 2026 is: US$521 mfbmThis is down -2%, or -$9, from the previous week when it was US$530.This is down -7%, or -$37, from one month ago when it was […] The post Madison’s Lumber Prices Index Aug 28, 2026: US$521 mfbm first appeared on Madison’s Lumber Reporter.

China’s role in global wood markets could be about to change

China could gradually move from one of the world’s largest buyers of…

Swedish storm timber still weighs on market as Johannes salvage continues

Storm-damaged timber from Johannes continues to reach Swedish mills, maintaining high raw…

French sawmill group Siat to close planing plant after losing Leroy Merlin contract

French sawmill group Siat will close its Niederhaslach planing plant in Alsace…

EU raises objections to UPM-Sappi giant joint venture

UPM says it can address competition concerns raised by the European Commission…

Could Panama Canal Disruptions Raise Renewable Diesel Costs?

Could Panama Canal Disruptions Raise Renewable Diesel Costs?ResourceWise Low rainfall across the…

Lithuania emerges as Europe’s new wood industry powerhouse: Top players and major investments

Lithuania has long been one of Europe’s more export-oriented wood-processing countries, but…

French softwood lumber prices climb despite weak construction

France’s lumber market is beginning to show a pronounced split. Prices for…

Brazil sawmill closure shows why EUDR compliance cannot rely on documents alone

A Brazilian enforcement case involving allegedly fraudulent timber credits offers European importers…

Japan’s 49% timber self-sufficiency target puts European suppliers on notice

Japan wants to lift domestic timber use by 7 million m³ by…