The economy is fragile, with little or no growth, and we live in uncertain times. Forestry investors are being more selective and cautious, particularly for planting land. Nevertheless, forestry remains attractive with its inflationbeating reputation,and plantation prices are remaining firm.Timber marketsStanding timber prices have probably bottomed out, with rises in sawlog prices reported and continued strong demand for small roundwood and fuelwood. A number of potential timber sales were withheld during 2022 as private owners did not fancy the pricesoffered - supply and demand may be returning to a better balance. The price differential between lower-grade logs and small/fuel wood remains narrow. Standing sales are at some fso/tonne in more accessible areas, falling to ￡30/ tonne for remote sites.
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