Navigating the Shifting Landscape of North America’s Softwood Log Market

North America’s softwood sawlog market is undergoing significant change as economic pressures, environmental priorities, and new policy decisions reshape how timber is sourced and managed. These shifts are influencing log availability, mill activity, and trading conditions across the U.S. and Canada. For professionals involved in procurement, planning, or strategic decision-making, understanding the interplay between price movements, regulatory actions, and evolving global demand is critical to navigating today’s more complex market environment.