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Scion welcomes NZ Govt support for gene technology reforms

02 September 2024
Scion is welcoming the gene technology reforms announced by the New Zealand Government for their ability to advance research and create a cleaner, greener and more prosperous country. Source: Timberbiz Scion is leading New Zealand in industrial biotechnology, which includes GE, under
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New home building set to increase

02 September 2024
It is nine months since the RBA’s last rate rise and according to HIA Chief Economist Tim Reardon market confidence is returning. Source: Timberbiz “It is only the heavily taxed markets of NSW and Victoria that are yet to see a trough in detached home building in 2024,” he said.
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Endangered Coastal Emu eggs discovered on the North Coast

02 September 2024
A rare Coastal Emu nest, containing nine eggs, has been discovered by Forestry Corporation staff in a State forest on the North Coast, giving hope to the future of the endangered population. Source: Timberbiz The discovery near Grafton was made by Forestry Corporation Lead Forestry Of
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Farm & Forest Mapper highlighted at Young Farmer comp

02 September 2024
Private Forests Tasmania was delighted to participate in Rural Youth Tasmania’s Young Farmer of the Year competition, where our Farm and Forest Mapper tool was featured as a key module in the State finals. Source: Timberbiz The Farm and Forest Mapper, a new digital tool developed by E
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AI making machines travel more lightly in the forest

01 September 2024
Researchers are developing machine learning methods to help mechanical harvesters to travel more lightly, use less fuel and leave less noticeable strip roads in the forest. Researchers at the University of Helsinki are developing machine learning methods enabling the harvester to assi
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Seppi offers onsite forestry mulcher balancing in US

01 September 2024
Seppi M USA, a leading manufacturer of mulching equipment, has introduced its new onsite balancing service. Whether you own a forestry mulcher with fixed knives or swinging hammers, Seppi M. USA has you covered. Source: Timberbiz Balancing is crucial for optimal performance and longev
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SCA’s electric timber truck and crane debut

01 September 2024
SCA’s new electric timber truck with a crane has now been premiered to a wide audience at the Elmia Lastbil fair. The truck, a collaborative project between SCA and Scania, will be the first electric timber truck in the world to collect timber in the forest for further transport to a
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