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EU receiving relabeled Russian birch wood through China

The European Union is receiving large volumes of Russian birch wood in…

Russia’s forestry sector warns of up to 30% production slump in 2026

Russia’s forestry sector is bracing for one of its most pronounced downturns…

Blockchain technology keeps a close eye on the European timber supply chain

A new blockchain tracking system may close regulatory loopholes in the EU’s…

Russia’s forestry industry is preparing for a reduction in logging volumes

Russia’s timber industry is under pressure from economic and market conditions, forcing…

EU, UK timber groups reaffirm stance against Russian, Belarusian wood

European and UK timber industry bodies issued a joint statement underscoring their…

Despite sanctions, Russian softwood lumber finds way to new markets in the Middle East

The latest data shows that more than 11.2 million cubic meters of…

Russia’s timber exports squeezed as transport costs surge 50%

Freight costs across Russia have risen by about 50%, dealing a severe…

German Timber Trade Association calls for tighter control to block Russian timber imports via third countries

The German Timber Trade Association (GD Holz) has reaffirmed its full support…

Russian timber industry raises sawlog prices due to anticipated shortages

Sawmills in Russia began raising their sawlog purchase prices in the second…

Russia’s wood industry strengthens presence in Africa

Russian wood industry companies are expanding their presence in African markets as…