Paraguay’s Forest Product Exports Reach 139,789 Tonnes Through September

Paraguay’s forest product exports totaled 139,789 tonnes between January and September 2026, according to data from the National Forestry Institute (Infona). Shipments generated $80.99 million in FOB revenue, up 11.4% from the same period in 2025.

Although export volume declined slightly by 1%, the increase in revenue was attributed to higher selling prices and a greater share of value-added products.

Infona President Cristina Goralewski said Paraguay has been achieving record results in forest product exports, particularly in products such as wood veneers and plywood.

According to Goralewski, more than 99% of the volume exported consists of processed products, while only around 1% leaves the country without undergoing processing.

Paraguay’s Forest Product Exports Show Growth in Processed Products

Charcoal and briquettes led the country’s forest product exports during the period, generating $43.13 million FOB, an increase of 28.6% in value and 3.1% in volume year over year.

Plywood also performed well, with exports totaling $23.92 million FOB, representing growth of 18.8% in revenue and 15% in volume.

In contrast, sawn timber exports fell 22.3% in volume and 43.7% in FOB revenue.

Paraguay currently has approximately 25 wood veneer production facilities, more than 22 of which already export their products.

The main destinations for Paraguayan plywood include the United States and the United Kingdom, as well as European countries such as Estonia, Italy, Portugal and Spain.

Goralewski explained that the sector’s growth is mainly linked to the maturation of forest plantations established in previous years, which are now beginning to be harvested and processed by domestic industries.

The Infona president noted that forest product exports reached approximately $100 million in 2025 and said she expects that figure to be surpassed this year. She added that Paraguay also plans to introduce new products into its export portfolio, including pulp.

In terms of production, more than 70% of Paraguay’s forest plantations are concentrated in a corridor spanning departments such as Concepción, San Pedro, Caazapá, Guairá and Caaguazú.

The sector’s expansion is also creating opportunities for local communities and economies. In this context, Infona is developing a methodology to measure employment generated throughout the forestry value chain, including industrial facilities, nurseries and service providers.

During the third quarter, July recorded the highest export volume, with shipments totaling 19,612 tonnes and generating $11.99 million FOB. In September, exports generated $11.09 million FOB.

The results reflect higher export earnings and continued progress in Paraguay’s wood processing industry, with an increasingly diversified range of products aimed at international markets.

Source: PortalPortuario

Sharing is caring!