Nov 05, 2013. /Lesprom Network/. According to the forecast from the Swedish Forest Agency the gross fellings in the year 2013 is estimated to 83.3 million cubic metres standing volume. This a decline by 3% when compared to 2012.

The estimates are based on industry´s production of soft sawnwood and wood pulp. The total volume of roundwood used is estimated on the basis of standard requirements for various products. Adjustments are made for stocks and imports respective exports of roundwood and chips.