The demand for softwood sawlogs is differentiated in Germany: while domestic demand is restrained, exports are lively. Firewood is also in high demand because many consumers are increasingly heating with fireplaces or switching to wood heating. Firewood therefore serves as a downward price brake, especially for lower-quality hardwoods. The driving force behind this is the war in Ukraine and the energy crisis it caused. They also have a significant influence on price developments. Firewood is already scarce in some regions - and quite expensive. The situation could get even worse in the fall. The main range for spruce ...