The total sawnwood production in Austria showed significant variability from 2013 to 2023. In 2023, the production stood at 10.49 million cubic meters, representing a 1.43% increase from the previous year. Analyzing the year-on-year changes, the production saw substantial fluctuations, such as a 7.78% increase in 2016 and a nearly 4% decrease in 2022. Over a five-year period leading up to 2023, the production averaged a moderate annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.2%.
Forecasts from 2024 to 2028 predict continued growth at an annual average rate of 0.53%, indicating a stable but gradual rise in production, reaching 10.85 million cubic meters by 2028. Future trends to watch for include advancements in sustainable forestry practices, shifts in global demand for wood products, and potential impacts of climate change on forest resources.
