Forest Products
U.S. Forest Products Exports in 2022
Total Export Value
$10.1 Billion
3-Year Average
$8.96 Billion
Compound Average Growth
1.5% (2013-2022)
Top 10 Markets for Forest Products in 2022
| Market | Total Value (USD) |
|---|---|
| Canada | $2.59 Billion |
| China | $1.7 Billion |
| United Kingdom | $1.14 Billion |
| Mexico | $1.09 Billion |
| European Union | $1.01 Billion |
| Japan | $919.86 Million |
| Vietnam | $351.39 Million |
| Bahamas, The | $117.18 Million |
| Dominican Republic | $105.17 Million |
| South Korea | $89.09 Million |
Data and Analysis
The APHIS and FAS China offices have confirmed with the General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China (GACC) Department of Animal Plant Quarantine (DAPQ) that sulfuryl fluoride is allowed for fumigation of U.S.-origin logs before export to China.
In recent years, wood logs and processed wood products exports have accounted for seven percent of New Zealand's commodity exports. Approximately 38 percent of New Zealand’s landmass features native and exotic forestry; of this area, production forestry currently covers 6.5 percent or 1.8 million hectares of the country.
Taiwan aims to expand use of renewable energy to 20 percent by 2025. Developing renewable energy is the most important implementation component to reach the goal and wood pellets is a green energy resource option being considered by Taiwan.
News and Features
Throughout 2021, FAS was proud to support USDA's efforts to create more and better markets for U.S. agriculture, to address the climate crisis, and to promote nutrition and food security.
Secretary Vilsack highlights key USDA accomplishments – including FAS's global leadership – to create more and better markets for U.S. agriculture in 2021.