In the first half of 2021, the German market for lumber was characterized by enormous price increases and, at times, poor product availability.  Due to the very high demand, the German sawmill industry found it difficult to fulfill some of its contracts in the spring, while the retail sector was confronted with very high demand and difficult procurement - this situation led to considerable price jumps in the spring of this year.  There was a severe shortage of wood and considerable increases in construction costs. The situation led to inventory purchases in the supply chain ...