Amid a lumber shortage on the local market, logging company, Barama says it has one million board foot of lumber available to domestic buyers.
The Guyana Forestry Commission (GFC) had informed dealers that there would be a restriction of log and lumber exports from September 1, raising some concern among those involved in the sector. However, following a meeting with forest authorities, the issue was clarified and it was affirmed that exporters will only be allowed to export logs that originate from their concession.
On Thursday, Barama’s Head of Corporate Affairs and Forest Planning, Mohindra Chand, in a statement said that the company is supportive of government’s efforts in ensuring that the local demand for
