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Trees outside Forests in Netherlands and India

13 October 2023
PEFC national members for the Netherlands and India are the first to achieve PEFC endorsement for their national requirements for Trees outside Forests (ToF) certification. Source: Timberbiz That means that in the two countries, people and organizations with trees growing outside of f
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New tactics to increase the tree canopy

13 October 2023
The 2023 Hixon Centre Urban Conference provided researchers and practitioners with new tactics to increase tree canopy, access funding, and engage community members as stewards of urban forests. Source: Timberbiz Trees and forests in urban spaces play an essential role in mitigating t
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Revitalising Japan’s forestry industry reduces hayfever

13 October 2023
Japan has pledged to reduce cedar pollen, the root cause of a seasonal allergy that afflicts 40% of the country by revitalizing the country’s shrinking forestry industry. Source: The Japan Times A package of policies released Wednesday includes boosting demand for cedar tree pro
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New opportunities for forestry development

13 October 2023
The Australian Government is seeking expressions of interest to establish two research centres under Australian Forest and Wood Innovations (AFWI) to deliver innovative forestry research and development. Source: Timberbiz Assistant Secretary for Agvet Chemicals and Forestry Julie Gagl
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Support services to help businesses build resilience

13 October 2023
A joint package of support services being delivered between October – December 2023 by FICA, Safetree and Eastland Wood Council will be available for forestry contractors and kaimahi in Tairawhiti/Gisborne and Hawkes Bay in New Zealand. Source: Timberbiz Funded by the New Zealand Mini
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Outcomes of Australian hosted UN forestry conference

13 October 2023
The Australian Government hosted a successful 30th session of the UN Food and Agriculture Organization’s (FAO) Asia-Pacific Forestry Commission (APFC). More than 150 delegates from the Asia-Pacific region came together in Sydney on 2-6 October to discuss forestry priorities across the
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National Seeds Institute feasibility study in Orbost

13 October 2023
A $115,000 Community Development Fund grant for a National Seeds Institute feasibility study in Orbost to leverage the district’s long history and proven expertise in seed testing, breeding and storage has been announced by the State Government in Victoria. Source: Timberbiz The new f
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Industry dynamo John Halkett dies suddenly in Sydney

13 October 2023
The timber industry is mourning the sudden passing of industry leader John Halkett at his home in Sydney this week. Source: Timberbiz The New Zealand-born professional forester and business entrepreneur was general manager of the Australian Timber Importers Federation, co-publisher of
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Opinion: The Late Kevin Tolhurst AM – Contributions on bushfire mitigation

13 October 2023
Summary of some of Kevin Tolhurst contributions to the debate on bushfire policy (compiled by John Cameron and David Packham OAM, 7 October 2023). Kevin Tolhurst AM passed away on 5 October 2023, after delivering an address to a community forum on bushfire mitigation at Mallacoota. Ag
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Friday analysis: Plantation estate is a horror movie

13 October 2023
In November 2021 former Australian Forest Products Association CEO Ross Hampton wrote that what was then the latest five yearly review by ABARES of Australia’s national plantation estate was more than sobering reading. It was, Mr Hampton said, like the script of a horror film. “The bu
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