# Argentine forestry industry development and investment > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/argentine-forestry-industry-development-and-investment > Updated: 2026-08-24T05:07:20.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. The Asociación Forestal Argentina (AFoA) held a high-level seminar in Posadas to mark its 80th anniversary. The event gathered industry executives and government officials to discuss international trade geopolitics, export opportunities for Argentine wood and cellulose, and the impact of the EU-Mercosur agreement. During the seminar, industry leaders addressed the need for efficiency and reliability to compete in global markets, such as the United States. While noting that Argentina possesses the necessary biological assets, executives highlighted the need to overcome bureaucratic and logistical hurdles. Investment discussions included a US$ 85 million plan by Central Puerto for a sawmill in Corrientes to industrialize 90,000 hectares of forested land. However, concerns were raised regarding the Regime of Incentives for Large Investments (RIGI), with officials noting that the US$ 200 million minimum requirement might marginalize significant forestry projects. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-24: Argentine forestry sector focuses on global competitiveness and industrial investment Argentine forestry leaders discuss global competitiveness and major investments, including Central Puerto's US$ 85 million sawmill project in Corrientes. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/argentine-forestry-sector-focuses-on-global-competitiveness-and-industrial-investment ### 2026-08-18: Asociación Forestal Argentina hosts industry summit in Posadas The Asociación Forestal Argentina will host a seminar in Posadas featuring industry executives and EU officials to discuss international trade, the EU-Mercosur agreement, and forestry investments. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/asociacin-forestal-argentina-hosts-industry-summit-in-posadas --- Cite as: Argentine forestry industry development and investment. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/argentine-forestry-industry-development-and-investment