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China: Big Changes in Hardwood and Softwood Imports with Russian Ban
China is the world’s largest importer of softwood and hardwood logs, and for many decades, Russia has been a significant log supplier for them. This...
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Softwood Pulp Costs Up, Hardwood Pulp Costs Rising Slower in 2021
Wood fiber costs for pulp manufacturers have gone up in practically all countries covered by the WRQ over the past year. In 3Q/21, the Softwood Fiber...
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Softwood Fiber Prices Increased Faster than Hardwood in Q2 2021
Softwood fiber costs were generally higher worldwide in the Q2 2021 than in the previous quarter despite an increase in the supply of residuals from...
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GSPI Sawlog Price at 7 Year High After International Demand Jumps
Softwood sawlog prices have gone up in 21 of 22 regions worldwide in the past year, as tracked by the WRQ. By far, the most significant increases...