The forecast for total roundwood use in Germany from 2024 to 2028 indicates a steady growth trend. In 2023, the total roundwood use stood at 97.89 million cubic meters. Forecasted values suggest a gradual increase, reaching 101.18 million cubic meters by 2028. Year-on-year percentages reflect a consistent increment of around 0.9% to 0.6% annually. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the period is approximately 0.8%, highlighting a modest upward trend in demand for roundwood.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Changes in government policy aimed at sustainable forestry and climate change mitigation.
- Technological advancements in wood-processing industries that may affect demand.
- Economic factors influencing the construction and manufacturing sectors, which heavily rely on roundwood.
- Global market shifts that could impact Germany's export and import dynamics in the roundwood market.
