Germany’s wood export market is undergoing structural shifts in early 2025, with beech log exports rising to their highest level in six years, while softwood lumber trade shows signs of cooling. German beech exports posted a strong start to the year. Exports of beech logs reached 158,000 cubic meters in January and February 2025—an increase of over 20% compared to the same period in 2024, and the highest level recorded since 2019. A significant driver behind this growth is a notable increase in Chinese demand. In addition, Vietnam has emerged as a new key destination, signaling ...