In August, the volume of imported logs to China was 2.6842 million cubic meters, a year-on-year decrease of 26%. The import value decreased by 33.4 billion yuan (43.42 million euros), down 33.1% compared to the previous year.<\/p>\n
Imported softwood lumber also experienced its first negative growth after the Chinese New Year holiday this year, declining by 9.7%. The import volume was 2.16 million cubic meters, and the import value decreased by 21.1% to 36.9 billion yuan (44.43 million euros).<\/p>\n
Looking at the average price of softwood lumber, the average import price in August rose to 1710 yuan (221.3 euros) per cubic meter. In July, the import price was 1161 yuan (151.93 euros) per cubic meter, marking the lowest price of the year. The August average price increased by 47.3% compared to July.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"