Firewood Prices in 2026: How Much Cubic Meters Will Cost and New Harvesting Rules

Firewood Prices in 2026

According to ХВИЛЯ: In 2026, firewood prices vary depending on the type of wood and the harvesting location. For hardwoods such as oak, beech, and hornbeam, the cost ranges from 1,800 to 2,600 UAH per cubic meter. Meanwhile, the price of regular pine in the Dymerske forestry is 1,291.37 UAH per 1 m³, and birch in the Makaryvske forestry is 1,451.78 UAH per 1 m³. Aspen in the same forestry costs 1,108.63 UAH per 1 m³, while split pine in the Sloveshchansk forestry has a price of 2,643.65 UAH per 1 m³. For convenience of ordering, the price of firewood with delivery and cutting may rise to 2,600 UAH and above.

Harvesting Rules and New Services

According to the new harvesting rules, ordinary citizens are not allowed to cut down trees in the forest without a 'forest passport', in accordance with Article 69 of the Forest Code. Unauthorized removal of fallen trunks without the proper documents is classified as theft of state property. At the end of 2024, bill No. 9665 was proposed, which provided for fines from 34,000 UAH for storing timber without documents, however, as of the beginning of 2026, the bill has not yet been signed by the president.

In 2026, the state service 'FirewoodE' operates as a marketplace, aggregating offers from forestry enterprises. Residents of frontline territories have the opportunity to collect cutting residues for free with the agreement of military administrations, facilitating access to firewood under challenging conditions. Thus, harvesting rules and firewood prices in 2026 are important aspects for consumers, considering legislative changes and market conditions.

This data highlights the importance of complying with legislation when harvesting firewood, as non-compliance can lead to serious financial consequences. The introduction of new services, such as 'FirewoodE', also indicates attempts by the government to modernize the timber market and make it more accessible to the population, especially in conditions where access to resources may be limited. At the same time, the need to obtain a 'forest passport' may create additional barriers for the population, requiring adaptation to new conditions and rules.