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19.10.09. Alta Floresta, in the West-Central state of Mato Grosso, Brazil, exported 20% less wood products between January to August 2009, compared to the same period of last year, ITTO reported.

Wood is the main export from the state. In August 2009, exports of non-coniferous (tropical) products were around $6.7 million. Exports of other products including blocks, laminated items and mouldings were around $305,200. Sawnwood exports totaled some $254,600.

The largest export market was the United States accounting for $3.9 million, followed by Canada at $1.3 million, Spain $592,000, India $305,000 and Israel with $282,300.

Fuente: Lesprom