Russia’s proposed log export ban in 2022 will have a far-reaching impact on global forest product markets.  Russia exported 15 million m3 of logs in 2020, accounting for almost 12% of globally traded roundwood. Much of this trade may come to a halt in 2022 when a new law proposed by Russia’s president will ban the export of softwood logs and high-value hardwood logs in January 2022.  The Russian government is also considering measures to reduce illegal logging and restrict the export of green lumber.  While the proposed ...