The Council of Agriculture’s Forestry Research Institute in Taiwan has invited the public to participate in a project to map Taiwan’s remaining “giant trees.” A researcher has challenged people to find a tree taller than the current record holder, which is a 79.1m Taiwanese cypress in
Last year was a record year for SCA Sweden’s NorrPlant seedling operation with 103.5 million seedlings delivered, which is over a million more than before. SCA has never delivered as many seedlings as in 2020. Source: Timberbiz “We delivered 103.5 million seedlings, which is over a mi
FAO has published a new study on forest-related disasters that will help contribute to the development of effective responses for future incidents. Forest-related disasters – Three case studies and lessons for management of extreme events assesses three major disasters that affected f
On the first anniversary of the Ravine Bushfire which burned 150,000 ha and tragically took two lives on Kangaroo Island, Keith Lamb, Chair of South Australian Forest Products Association (SAFPA), and Managing Director of Kangaroo Island Plantation Timbers (KIPT), has reflected on pol
The transformation of BASIX (Building Sustainability Index) is underway, with a number of significant changes implemented to provide greater flexibility and enable more innovative and sustainable design solutions. Source: Timberbiz The Building Sustainability Index (BASIX) is an onlin
Queensland’s regional building industry is kicking off the New Year on a high note, with the Palaszczuk government confirming it has extended the Regional Home Building boost grant until 31 March 2021. Source: Timberbiz The expansion of the grant will see eligible new home buyers cont
Dr Stephanie Hernandez has been appointed project manager for the pilot NSW North East Pilot Forestry Hub. Andrew Hurford from Hurford’s Hardwood at Lismore is inaugural president. Source: Timberbiz Dr Hernandez holds a Bachelor of Environmental Science and Master of Science from Jame
The indicative timber harvest plan for 2021 is now available for public comment. The plan has been prepared in accordance with the Forest Management Plan 2014–2023 (Conservation Commission) and in consultation with the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions. Source:
South West Victorian firefighters will have more support when fighting fires, with CFA welcoming a new rehab vehicle for District 5. The purpose-built truck includes crucial equipment such as cooling chairs and health monitoring systems to help the rehab team provide much-needed assis
Queensland’s $3.6bn timber industry is feeling the bite of Chinese trade sanctions with workers stood down and contractors racking up losses in the tens of millions of dollars. Source: Courier Mail Brisbane’s Courier Mail reported today China is virtually the only customer for Queensl