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Combat illegal logging using DNA

08 May 2012
A new strategy aimed at monitoring the supply chain of timber products using genetic and stable isotope markers will play a vital role in international efforts to combat illegal logging. Source: CIFOR Forests Blog
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New drying method for veneers

08 May 2012
A new type of contact drying method has been developed by Aalto University in Finland, the research was reported in the International Wood Products Journal. Source: Ingentaconnect
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Ta Ann to produce hybrid acacia plywood

08 May 2012
Ta Ann Holdings in Malaysia is increasing the harvest of its plantation logs to produce hybrid plywood and started planting acacia trees last year to fulfill this plan as it is a fast growing commercial timber. Source: The Star
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CSAW podcasts timber education and skills

08 May 2012
The University of Tasmania’s Centre for Sustainable Architecture with Wood (CSAW) is offering free podcasts covering many of the fundamental aspects of using or producing timber and wood products. Source: Timberman
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MAF now MPI in NZ

08 May 2012
The name of the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry has changed to the Ministry for Primary Industries. Source: Timberman
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Build & Design Queensland expo opens

08 May 2012
The Build and Design Queensland expo will open its doors to the design, architecture, building, construction and property development industry for the first time on Wednesday 9 May. Source: Timberman
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More funds for Dryland Forests

08 May 2012
The Dryland Forests Initiative is seeking more funding to continue its development of a New Zealand-grown hardwood timber industry. Source: Radio New Zealand
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Bioenergy project manager position

08 May 2012
The Wimmera and Central Highlands Bioenergy Project is seeking a Bioenergy Project Manager to be a conduit between the Project Control Group, Reference Group members and project partners. Source: Timberman
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Parliamentary Committee to examine Prof West’s claims

08 May 2012
The Report of Chairman Professor Jonathan West, as part of the Tasmanian Forests Intergovernmental Agreement Independent Verification Group, is to come under scrutiny by a Legislative Council Committee Inquiry. Source: Timberman
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UK Government bioenergy strategy report

03 May 2012
Up to half of the UK government’s 2020 renewable energy target could be met by energy crops, wood and other forms of biomass according to a recent government report. Source: Farmers Weekly
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