The Japan Lumber Importers Association has released its projections for imported wood products in 2024 and the first half of 2025. The volume of imported logs is expected to decrease by 13% in 2024, while lumber imports are set to rise by 17.2%. However, lumber imports in the first half of 2025 are projected to decline by 12.5% compared to the same period last year. North American lumber imports drop due to production cuts North American lumber imports are expected to decline by 15.8% in 2024, mainly due to Chugoku Lumber Co., Ltd. reducing production ...