American species gaining popularity in Australia
Over the past few years, and particularly during the past two years, as the US and Australian dollars have remained close to parity, demand for American hardwoods in Australia has grown significantly.

Over the past few years, and particularly during the past two years, as the US and Australian dollars have remained close to parity, demand for American hardwoods in Australia has grown significantly.
Total exports of American hardwood lumber to the Middle East-North Africa (MENA) region during 2011 reached 69,520 m3 and a value of USD 49.25 million.
Trade servicing mission reinforces the UAE's position as a regional wood import and processing hub
The level of trade in US hardwood lumber to Australia, in particular, has grown steadily for the past few years, as American species are becoming more widely accepted and demanded.
While the overall value and volume of the trade in American hardwoods with India remains low, the relative increases seen in shipments of lumber, veneers and logs to the market during the January to October period of this year...