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Ghana earns $260m from timber exports, domestic sales in 2025 – CEO Forestry Commission

From Ghanaian Times · () English

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  • Ghana generated approximately $260 million from timber and timber product exports and domestic sales in 2025.
  • This revenue significantly contributed to the government's overall income.
  • The Forestry Commission reported that 952,000 cubic meters of timber and timber products were supplied during the year.

Ghana's timber sector proved a substantial revenue generator in 2025, bringing in an estimated $260 million from both international exports and domestic sales. This significant contribution bolsters the government's coffers, underscoring the economic importance of the forestry industry.

Hugh Brown, the Chief Executive Officer of the Forestry Commission, disclosed these figures, highlighting the volume of trade. A total of 952,000 cubic meters of timber and associated products were supplied throughout the year, reflecting robust activity in harvesting, processing, and distribution.

The revenue generated not only supports government finances but also signifies the ongoing management and utilization of Ghana's forest resources. The Forestry Commission plays a key role in overseeing these operations, aiming to balance economic benefits with sustainable forest management practices.

Ghana earned about $260 million from timber and timber product exports and domestic sales in 2025 contributing enormously to the revenue of the government

— Mr Hugh BrownThe Chief Executive Officer of the Forestry Commission disclosed the financial performance of the timber sector.
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