Invest in Latvian Forests: Profitable, Sustainable and Secure

Strengthen Your Portfolio with Tangible Forest Investments through LFDF

Latvian Forest Development Fund /LFDF/ specializes in acquiring and enhancing forest properties across Latvia. Through strategic forestland purchases and sales, we offer investors profitable and sustainable opportunities within Latvia’s thriving forestry sector.

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Key Achievements

659

Properties owned

€33 million

Acquisition volume

6430 ha

Forestland owned

€49 million

Capital from investors

100%

Capital repayment rate

Latvia's Forestry Sector at a Glance

Forest Coverage

Over 50% of Latvia’s territory, almost double the global average.

Sector Growth

Forest area has doubled over 80 years, with standing volume reaching 680 million m³.

Ownership Structure

46% state-owned, managed by Latvijas Valsts Meži (Latvian State Forests); 54% privately owned.

Export Leader

Forestry represents 20% of Latvia’s export value, totaling over €4 billion.

Sustainable Regeneration

Over 40,000 hectares of forestland are regenerated yearly.

Achieve High Returns with Latvia's Thriving Forestry Sector

Through our effective management, sustainable practices, and capitalizing on positive market dynamics, we’ve increased land value by around 35% per hectare, and we remain dedicated to sustaining this growth.

About Us

Capitalizing on Market Dynamics

Latvia's forestry sector presents compelling opportunities offering property purchase price 3-5 times lower than in other EU countries.

Rising Land Values

From 2016 to 2024, forestland prices in Latvia have shown a strong upward trend. Latvia boasts some of the lowest forestland prices in the region, indicating significant potential for future price growth.

Significant Market Potential

With a total acquirable forest volume of 10,000,000 m³ in privately owned forests, and LFDF currently holding just 2% of this market, there’s ample room for expansion.

High Timber Demand

Robust demand in construction and energy sectors enhances profitability and market liquidity.

Strategic Growth Plans

We are poised for substantial growth.

Expansion Goals

Aiming to grow our portfolio to €80 million by 2026.

Advanced Processes

Utilizing sophisticated methods for sourcing, valuation, and asset management to optimize returns.

Strategic Partnerships

Partnered with Debitum Investments, the leading business loans platform, to attract additional capitaly.

Security and Stability in Your Investment

A Low-Volatility Asset Class

Investing in forestland offers intrinsic stability.

Natural Appreciation

Trees grow continuously, providing natural appreciation regardless of economic cycles.

Hedge Against Market Volatility

Forestland investments have historically demonstrated stability, offering protection against market fluctuations.

Carbon Market Potential

Expanding CO₂ Potential through Afforestation

The global carbon credit market is expanding rapidly, with high-quality nature-based offsets trading at $50–70 per tonne of CO₂. By converting agricultural land into forests and agroforestry systems, LFDF can significantly increase the fund’s available carbon volume for trading.

10% of the fund’s portfolio allocated to agricultural land

This land alone is expected to absorb about 10,000 tons of CO₂ per ha annually, which translates into a potential monetary value of €500,000 to €1,500,000 per year in carbon credits — or roughly €1000 per hectare. This comes on top of the natural growth and profitability generated from timber, creating a powerful additional income stream.

Strong Legal Protections in Latvia

Your investment is safeguarded by Latvia's robust legal framework.

Property Rights Protections

Latvia offers strong regulatory frameworks, making it an attractive and secure environment for investors.

Political Stability

A stable political environment enhances investor confidence.

Economic Significance

Forestry is a systematically important industry in Latvia, significantly impacting GDP.

An Optimal Investment Environment

Latvia stands out as a premier destination for forest investments.

One of Europe's Greenest Countries

Forests cover more than 50% of Latvia’s territory, totaling approximately 3.4 million hectares.

Affordable Land Prices

Forest prices in Latvia are more accessible compared to Western Europe, offering better investment opportunities.

Market Opportunities

Approximately 54% of forests are privately owned, highlighting significant opportunities for private investment.

Alignment with Proven Investment Strategies

Investing with LFDF complements diversified portfolios.

Liquidity and Market Accessibility

Active and Vibrant Market

Latvia’s forestry market continues to demonstrate strong liquidity and large-scale investor confidence.

Significant Transactions

Record Transaction (2025)

€720 million

Södra → Ingka Investments (IKEA Group)
~153,000 ha forest portfolio acquisition
Largest forest transaction in Baltic history

Presence of Major Investors

Planned Capital Deployment

€67 million

Lars Larsen Group (JYSK owner)
Planned investment into Baltic forestland
Capital deployment over the coming years

Ease of Investment Through Platforms

Access our investment opportunities seamlessly.

Collaborations with Leading Platforms

Our partnership with Debitum Investments allows for easier entry and exit.

Asset-Backed Lending

Investments are secured by tangible forest assets, enhancing liquidity options.

Looking to sell forest to Latvian Forest Development fund?

The fund is purchasing forest properties from local forest owners to grow Latvian forest land portfolio to 10,000 hectares in the next two years. LFDF is building a large collection of forest properties that attract investors and pension funds, providing stable and secure capital.

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