In 2023, the production of pulpwood, round and split in France was at 7.7235 million cubic meters. The forecasted data shows a slight decline over the next five years from 2024 to 2028. Specifically, the year-on-year variations indicate minimal percentage decreases: approximately -0.18% from 2024 to 2025, -0.18% from 2025 to 2026, -0.18% from 2026 to 2027, and -0.17% from 2027 to 2028. Over the five-year period, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) stands at roughly -0.18%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Technological advancements in production processes that may offset declines.
- Potential regulatory changes impacting the forestry sector.
- Fluctuations in global demand for pulpwood tied to shifts in the paper and packaging industries.