The production of non-coniferous roundwood in Belgium is forecasted to grow steadily from 2024 to 2028, starting at 1.8533 million cubic meters in 2024 and reaching 1.8774 million cubic meters by 2028. In 2023, the actual production stood at 1.8472 million cubic meters. The year-on-year growth rates are modest but consistent, averaging around 0.3% per year over the past five years. Specifically, the forecasted annual growth rates between each year from 2024 to 2028 are 0.33%, 0.33%, 0.32%, and 0.32%, respectively.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from environmental policies, shifts in market demand for non-coniferous wood types, and technological advancements in forestry. Additionally, fluctuations in global trade policies and the economic stability of the EU may also influence production rates.
