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German sawmills warn of crisis as log prices climb to new records

Benchmark prices for softwood sawlogs have climbed to an all-time high in…

German forest owners warn EU restoration plans risk economic strain

Germany’s forestry sector has stepped up criticism of new European Union environmental…

Germany: softwood lumber exports fall on weaker Europe, US market becomes even more dominant in 2025

Germany’s softwood lumber exports declined in 2025 mainly due to weaker deliveries…

Germany’s Softwood Log Market Tightens as Prices Rise and Trade Shifts

Germany’s Softwood Log Market Tightens as Prices Rise and Trade ShiftsResourceWise Germany…

Germany’s timber trade backs Mercosur and India deals, urges Commission to move despite blockade

Germany’s timber trade has voiced strong support for the EU-Mercosur and EU-India…

China slowdown hits European softwood lumber exports hard

European timber exports to China fell significantly in 2025, affecting both trade…

Structural decline persists in Germany’s timber industry workforce

The economic situation of Germany’s timber industry remains strained, with structural contraction…

Central Europe construction downturn and limited log supply pressure sawmills

The associations of the sawmill and wood industry from Germany, Austria, and…

German hardwood auctions record higher oak and ash prices

Several German premium hardwood auctions held in January 2026 reported solid prices…

German furniture retailer accelerates store closures

One of Germany’s best-known furniture retailers is closing another outlet, with an…