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Pulpwood in 2026: What Is Happening in the US, Europe and Latvia?
In recent weeks, a story from the US South—where the pulpwood market is experiencing a severe downturn—has drawn attention within the forestry sector. However, this example cannot be directly applied to Europe or Latvia. On the contrary, the current situation in Europe, and particularly in Latvia, differs significantly: demand for pulpwood remains steady, while prices in Latvia have recently risen substantially.
Read the whole article2026-09-08 -
August storm hits Latvia’s forests: nearly 300,000 m³ of timber damaged
The August 22 storm caused significant damage to Latvia’s forests. In forests managed by LVM, the estimated volume of damaged timber is approaching 300,000 m³, with potential short-term effects on timber supply, prices and forest owners’ income.
Read the whole article2026-08-31 -
Energy Wood Market Overview: Latvia, Scandinavia, and the USA
In preparation for the 2026 heating season, the energy wood market has seen high levels of activity during late July and early August. Unlike the usual summer lull, the start of the third quarter this year is being driven by structural changes in global supply chains, fierce competition among regional buyers, and mounting regulatory pressure.
Read the whole article2026-08-14 -
Market anomaly in Latvia's forest sector: Why is pulpwood currently more expensive than pallet logs?
Latvia's roundwood market is currently experiencing an unusual trend that defies conventional market logic—lower-grade pulpwood prices (both birch and softwood) have risen and, in some regions, have even surpassed the prices of higher-quality pallet logs and small sawlogs. This unusual market situation is prompting forest owners to rethink their traditional approach to roundwood assortment preparation and marketing.
Read the whole article2026-07-14 -
Opportunity window for Latvia’s forest sector: US price surge and Canadian wildfires reshape the timber market
While Latvian forest owners and timber industry representatives assess the stability of the local market and record-level pulpwood price peaks at the end of June, a new storm is brewing on the global stage. Events are developing rapidly in North America that, in the coming months, will directly affect timber sales opportunities and prices in the Baltic region. Canada’s devastating wildfires and pressure from US trade policy have created a unique “window of opportunity” for European timber exporters, including those in Latvia.
Read the whole article2026-07-02
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