Log demand in China rebounds sharply with economic recovery in full swing

Posted on April 9, 2025   |  

China’s daily log intake has surged to 60,000 cubic meters, signaling a rebound in softwood demand.

Port log inventories have dropped to 3.7 million cubic meters as demand strengthens.

China’s manufacturing sector shows signs of recovery, with the PMI rising to 51.2 in March 2025—its highest since November.

The PMI growth indicates increased factory output and stronger new orders.

Meanwhile, China suspended all American log imports on March 4 due to pest concerns, including bark and longhorn beetles.

Authorities cited the Biosecurity Law and international phytosanitary rules to justify the trade halt, aiming to protect local agriculture and forests.