As of 2023, Sweden led European timber domestic extraction with 15.99 thousand metric tons, followed by Germany and Finland. Sweden, Germany, and Czech Republic showed increasing trends, while Finland, Spain, and Slovakia saw declines. Italy experienced a significant 16.66% rise, unlike most other countries which exhibited moderate changes. Notable declines were seen in Serbia and Belgium, while Albania showed the largest percentage drop.
Looking ahead to 2024 and beyond, key trends in timber extraction include:
- Potential growth in extraction due to increased demand for sustainable materials.
- Increased focus on efficiency and technology to optimize extraction processes.
- Impacts of environmental regulations and conservation efforts on overall extraction volumes.
Top countries in Timber Domestic Extraction Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 15.99 | 2023 | +0.6% | +0.84% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 12.7 | 2023 | +1.3% | +3.05% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Finland | 12.69 | 2023 | +0.66% | -1.22% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 9.49 | 2023 | +1.57% | -0.02% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 6.58 | 2023 | -0.6% | -0.44% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 5.89 | 2023 | +1.12% | +4.28% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 5.25 | 2023 | +0.96% | +0.74% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 4.08 | 2023 | +2.56% | -1.28% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Latvia | 3.26 | 2023 | +0.0098% | +4.13% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 3.01 | 2023 | +0.38% | +1.57% | View data |
