While teak is native to India, Myanmar, Laos, and Thailand, it has been successfully introduced to other regions for commercial plantation purposes.
The traditional supply of natural teak logs has dramatically decreased due to high rates of deforestation and subsequent export bans on naturally sourced teak. Consequently, plantation-grown teak has become an increasingly vital source of timber to meet the world’s rising demand.
The long-term outlook points to a continued increase in global roundwood demand, including teak, primarily fueled by population growth and economic development. This sustained demand means the global market will keep consuming higher volumes of forest products.