During the first half of 2017, the Austrian sawmill industry was able to close the cut-off markets with a slight increase, as compared to the same period last year.    Germany's economy continues to have a positive effect on the wood demand from neighboring countries, after the good results from 2016. There is also a satisfying increase in timber demand for the construction sector.    Yet, Italy remained the main market for Austrian sawmills. The first half of 2017 shows an increase wood exports. Moreover, the domestic sales are very good and ...