Approximately 129 ha of Latvian forest with approximately 12,116 m³ standing timber
Nine properties, a birch-led species mix and a broad age profile from regeneration to stands of approximately 80 years.
Ref. no. L00750LV:
128.91 ha portfolio of nine forest properties with detailed inventory and GIS data
118.59 ha of forest combines a birch-led mix, approximately 12,116 m³ of standing timber and an average stand age of about 29 years.
Highlights:
- Nine properties create a 128.91 ha forest portfolio under one ownership
- 118.59 ha of forest supports approximately 12,116 m³ of standing timber
- Birch leads the species mix at c. 45.5%, with pine and spruce near 25%
- Mixed stands range from young regeneration to forests of approximately 80 years
- Area-weighted average stand age is approximately 29 years across stocked stands
- Detailed forest inventory and GIS compartment data support investor analysis
Nine properties in one Latvian forest portfolio
Reference L00750LV comprises nine forest properties with a total land area of 128.91 ha, including 118.59 ha of forest and approximately 12,116 m³ of standing timber. The properties are held by a single owner and are distributed across several parts of Latvia rather than forming one contiguous block. Birch is the largest single species at approximately 45.5%, while pine and spruce together account for approximately 25% of current standing volume.
A mixed forestry profile for detailed review
The stocked stands range from young regeneration to approximately 80 years, with an area-weighted average stand age of approximately 29 years. The portfolio therefore combines young, middle-aged and older stands and is not primarily a mature-timber portfolio. Detailed forest inventory and GIS data, including digital forest compartment data suitable for forestry analysis systems, are available for investor review. Investor enquiries, presentations and site visits are handled by Jesper Kjær ApS.
Forestry context in Latvia
Latvia offers a forestry setting in which woodland is a major part of the national land base rather than a niche land use. European Commission forest-monitoring material places Latvian forest cover at around 3.4 million hectares, or approximately 55% of the country. Official Latvian statistics follow forest area, standing timber, ownership, dominant species and age structure on a recurring basis, giving market participants a comparatively data-rich framework for assessing forest assets. Scots pine, Norway spruce and silver birch are among the principal species nationally, alongside alder, aspen and other broadleaves. That national species profile is relevant background for professional forestry analysis, while the composition, quality and management status of any individual property still have to be assessed from its own inventory and field conditions.
For an investor, this combination of extensive forest resources, formal forest statistics and an established forestry administration is important because the underlying asset is biological and management-intensive. Forest value is influenced by species, age, stocking, access, silviculture, protection requirements, harvesting options and timber-market conditions over time. Latvia provides an established institutional setting in which these factors can be investigated, but none of the general market characteristics should be read as a promise of performance for a specific property.
Forest and forestry business conditions in Latvia
Latvia also has a substantial wood-processing and export chain. Central Statistical Bureau data for 2024 identify wood, articles of wood and wood charcoal among the country's main export commodity groups, with the export value of that group increasing by 5.3% compared with 2023. The United Kingdom, Sweden and Denmark were among the leading destinations for these exports. This does not determine the income or value of an individual forest, but it demonstrates that Latvian forestry is connected to established industrial and international end markets rather than operating in isolation.
Forestry activity is regulated through Latvian forest legislation and administered by the State Forest Service. The regulatory framework covers forest management and utilisation, while official systems record and monitor matters such as forest inventory, felling, regeneration and forest condition. For a purchaser, this makes the quality and currency of forest inventory data particularly important. Investment review should therefore examine not only hectares and standing volume, but also compartment-level information, management history, access, environmental restrictions, forest health and the practical permissions relevant to future forestry operations.
Latvian rural-land legislation contains a defined acquisition framework for domestic and qualifying cross-border buyers. Eligibility, beneficial-ownership requirements, local restrictions and transaction structure depend on the buyer and the circumstances of the acquisition. Because legislation and official translations can change, investor eligibility should be verified against the current Latvian rules with appropriate legal and tax advisers before a transaction is structured.
Regional development perspective
The offered portfolio is distributed across several parts of Latvia rather than forming one contiguous forest block. From an investment-review perspective, geographic spread is a feature that deserves both positive and critical analysis. Separate properties can reduce dependence on one stand or one local set of conditions, but they also require disciplined attention to access, contractor logistics, management planning and property-by-property administration. Local differences in roads, terrain, hydrology, protected-area rules and timber outlets can matter materially in forestry, so regional context should be assessed for each property without assuming that national averages apply uniformly.
This is also where digital forest data become practically useful. A portfolio spread over nine properties is easier to analyse when compartment boundaries, stand information and inventory data can be reviewed systematically. The available GIS and digital compartment material therefore gives an investor a structured starting point for comparing the properties and planning the next stages of technical due diligence.
The specific forest portfolio - L00750LV
Reference L00750LV is an offered portfolio of nine forest properties with a combined land area of 128.91 ha. Of this, 118.59 ha is forest. Current standing timber is approximately 12,116 m³, corresponding to approximately 102 m³ per hectare of forest area. The properties are under a single owner and are geographically distributed across Latvia rather than assembled as one continuous block.
The species composition is predominantly deciduous, with birch as the largest single species at approximately 45.5% of standing volume. Pine accounts for approximately 12.7% and spruce approximately 12.5%; together those two conifers represent approximately 25% of current standing volume. The remaining recorded mix includes grey alder at approximately 8.6%, aspen at approximately 7.4%, black alder at approximately 7.1% and other species at approximately 6%. The result is not a single-species plantation profile, but a mixed portfolio in which birch is clearly the principal component.
The age structure is equally important. The available inventory data for stocked stands show approximately 25% in the 0-10 year class, 28% in the 11-20 year class, 20% in the 21-40 year class, 9% in the 41-60 year class and 19% in the 61-80 year class. The area-weighted average stand age is approximately 29 years. In practical terms, the portfolio combines young regeneration, developing stands and a meaningful proportion of older forest. The source material specifically notes that it is not primarily a mature-timber portfolio, so an investor should assess it as a mixed-age forestry asset rather than as a short-term harvest-only proposition.
Detailed forest inventory and GIS information is available, including digital forest compartment data that can be imported into forestry analysis systems. That is particularly relevant for a portfolio with several properties because it allows the investor and forestry advisers to test the stand data, review age and species distribution, examine compartment boundaries and develop a property-by-property management view before committing to a transaction.
Investor review and development perspective
The central investment question is therefore not simply how much timber stands on the land today. A professional review should connect the current inventory with the timing and cost of future silvicultural work, the proportion of young and middle-aged stands, the condition of older stands, access and harvesting logistics, applicable environmental restrictions and the marketability of the timber assortments produced over time. The available age profile suggests that management decisions will occur across different time horizons, while the species mix calls for differentiated silvicultural treatment rather than a single standard programme.
Before acquisition, an investor should reconcile the supplied inventory and GIS material with title and cadastral information, the Forest State Register, field inspection and any applicable management or protection constraints. Legal, tax and corporate structuring should be reviewed separately by qualified Latvian advisers. This due-diligence discipline is especially important in forestry because biological growth, weather, pests, stand quality, timber prices and regulation can all influence realised outcomes. The attraction of the opportunity lies in the ability to analyse a defined 128.91 ha portfolio with detailed stand data - not in any guaranteed return or predetermined development result.
Jesper Kjær ApS' role
Jesper Kjær ApS is an independent Danish development and brokerage firm that has facilitated investment projects in Poland and the Baltic countries since 2001, with a particular focus on agricultural and forestry-related investments since 2003. The company works with local partners and connects owners and investors in selected European markets. For this portfolio, Jesper Kjær ApS handles investor enquiries and can coordinate the exchange of available project information, presentations and site visits. The company's role is facilitation and brokerage; investors should use their own forestry, legal, tax and financial advisers for specialist due diligence and decision-making.
Further information
For investors looking for a manageable Latvian forest portfolio with documented standing timber, a birch-led species mix, a broad age structure and digital forestry data, L00750LV provides a concrete basis for further analysis. The next step is to review the detailed inventory and GIS material alongside title, field and regulatory due diligence. Further project information and arrangements for investor dialogue are available through Jesper Kjær ApS.
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What is Jesper Kjær ApS, its business and when was it established?
Jesper Kjær ApS is an independent development and brokerage firm that has facilitated investment projects in Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia since 2001, with a particular focus on agriculture and forestry since 2003. As of 2024, we have expanded our activities to include the Czech Republic and as of 2026 also Slovakia.
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We identify investment opportunities and guide investors through the complex process of acquiring the desired business.
What is the purpose of Jesper Kjær ApS?
The purpose of the company is advisory services in connection with investments in agricultural and forestry land, as well as agricultural and forestry businesses abroad, including the brokerage of such land and businesses.
How has the company’s international experience evolved?
Through more than 25 years of developing and mediating investment projects in Europe and North Africa, the company has grown its skills, step-by-step, in cooperation with a large, effective network.
What types of agricultural businesses are typically offered for sale via Jesper Kjær ApS?
Arable farms, mixed crop/livestock operations, dairy farms, pig farms, poultry farms, and large-scale land portfolios.
What specialized agricultural projects are offered?
We facilitate everything from arable land and dairy farms to specialized projects in beef production, pig farming, poultry farming, biogas plants, etc.
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Investments typically range from 400 to 3,000 hectares land resulting in multi-million-euro transactions, depending on soil quality and infrastructure.
How is agricultural land ownership structured?
Acquisition is often structured in a company structure consisting of new and/or existing special purpose companies. Acquisitions may include direct freehold ownership, long-term lease agreements, or a combination of both.
In which countries do Jesper Kjær ApS mediate forestry?
We mediate forestry in Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia.
What is the nature of Baltic Forest?
The Baltic Forest is a lush, sprawling transition zone where the temperate leafy woods of Central Europe meet the rugged, evergreen taiga of the North. Spanning Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, these forests are the lifeblood of the region, covering roughly 50% of the land.
How is the ecosystem in Baltic Forests?
The Baltic states sit in a botanical 'sweet spot' called the hemiboreal zone. This means you get the best (and most resilient) of both worlds: Conifers: Scots pine and Norway spruce dominate, especially in sandy soils or coastal areas. Broadleaf Trees: Birch, aspen, and alder are everywhere, providing a brilliant yellow hue in the autumn. The Giants: In more fertile pockets, you’ll find 'noble' hardwoods like oak, ash, and lime trees.
Land, Water and Moss in the Baltic Forests?
The nature of these forests is inseparable from water. Because the terrain is relatively flat, the drainage is slow, leading to a distinct landscape: Wet Forests: Large sections of the forest are 'swampy', dominated by black alder and thick carpets of sphagnum moss. The Forest-Bog Mosaic: You often can't tell where the forest ends and the peat bog begins. This high humidity creates a haven for rare lichens and fungi. Coastal Influence: Along the Baltic Sea, the forests become wind-swept and 'crooked', with pines adapted to salty air and sandy dunes.
Biodiversity and Wildlife in the Baltic Forests?
Unlike much of Western Europe, the Baltic Forests remain relatively wild and interconnected, allowing large mammals to thrive.
What tree species are widespread in the Baltic countries?
Scots Pine (Pinus sylvestris), Norway Spruce (Picea abies) and Silver Birch (Betula pendula) e.g. Beyond the birch, several other broadleaf trees thrive in the temperate climate e.g. Grey and Black Alder, European Aspen, English Oak and Common Ash.
What is the structure of Baltic Forest areas?
The return of property to the original owners, after the restoration of the three Baltic nations in the 90s, has resulted in the average property size being small. It is considered by some investors as a disadvantage, while others see it as an advantage because its negotiability is better. The number of potential buyers is greater because the buyer's capital does not have to be so large with each transaction.
What types of forestry businesses are typically offered for sale via Jesper Kjær ApS?
Both small plots of e.g. 20-30 hectares are offered, as well as large portfolios of several hundred or thousands of hectares are offered for sale. We facilitate everything from small forest plots to large portfolios, with new forest, middle aged forests and adult forest ready for harvest. We facilitate transactions of production forests, naturally growing forests or nature conservation forests, as well as nature/recreation areas, and/or a combination.
How is forestry land ownership typically structured?
Acquisition is often structured in a company structure consisting of new and/or existing special purpose companies.
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What specific investment opportunity is being offered here?
The offered object, with Jesper Kjær ApS reference number L00750LV, is classified as: Forest portfolio in Latvia.
What are the main production and infrastructure features of reference number L00750LV?
128.91 ha portfolio of nine forest properties with detailed inventory and GIS data
Why may reference number L00750LV be relevant for investors seeking operating assets or development projects?
118.59 ha of forest combines a birch-led mix, approximately 12,116 m³ of standing timber and an average stand age of about 29 years.
How may a potential transaction of reference number L00750LV be structured?
Mixed stand ages create a forestry profile that is not primarily mature timber
How can potential investors contact Jesper Kjær ApS?
You can contact Jesper Kjær directly by telephone at +45 51361495 or by email at jk@jkaps.dk.