HOW LARGE ARE THE BENEFITS?

• The objectives of forest certification are to:

  • gain (keep) access to markets that desire environmentally sensitive products
  • promote sustainable forest management

• Producers might gain market share and might experience a price premium for certified wood products.

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The benefits of forest certification at the present time appear to be in keeping or enhancing market share rather than obtaining higher prices for forest products. However, in some niche markets, tight timber supplies may lead to higher prices for products.