http://news.prlog.org/tag/forestry-research-associates/forestry research associates - Latest News (Press Releases) - Read news before it's newsen-us3600 http://www.prlog.org/12076613-fra-response-to-us-global-warming-report.htmlFRA analysis partner Peter Collins offers his response to the US Department of Agriculture report into global warming and its impact on forestry. http://www.prlog.org/12066834-fra-welcomes-report-on-climate-change-mitigation-investment.htmlThe World Economics Forum has released a report that states that some $700 billion is needed in extra funding to make a real difference to climate change. The report has been welcomed by analysts at FRA, which endorses investment in sustainable.. http://www.prlog.org/12060508-forestry-carbon-cash-boost-could-help-drive-forest-redd-scheme-claims-fra.htmlThe news that the World Bank's Forestry Carbon Fund has been boosted by an impressive $180 million in funding, has been welcomed by FRA. http://www.prlog.org/12055223-timber-prices-set-to-continue-to-rise-claims-fra.htmlFRA has welcomed a report from Investorplace.com, claiming that timber prices are not set to fall in 2013, making the asset class a good bet for investors looking to diversify this year. http://www.prlog.org/12045124-fra-endorses-the-use-of-real-christmas-trees.htmlFRA has endorsed reports from a sustainability expert in Canada, claiming that buying a real tree is a much better choice, from a sustainability perspective, than opting for a fake tree. http://www.prlog.org/12025422-forestry-can-help-to-diversify-portfolio-says-fra.htmlA recent article from GreenWorld BVI, calling for gold investors to supplement their portfolios with agriculture and forestry investment, has been endorsed by FRA. http://www.prlog.org/12023031-fra-agrees-that-timberland-is-good-long-term-investment.htmlA recent article by Wyatt Investment Research published by Nasdaq.com discusses claims that timberland could be a better long-term investment option than gold. The report has attracted much support from FRA, a forestry investment analysis group... http://www.prlog.org/12014599-investment-expert-says-timber-to-outperform-all-other-asset-classes.htmlThe latest prediction from investment guru Jeremy Grantham that timber will outperform all other asset classes in the coming seven years has been welcomed by FRA. http://www.prlog.org/12009354-thinning-payouts-will-attract-more-people-to-forestry-investment-claims-fra.htmlNews that a forestry investment firm is making interim payouts to investors, as a result of a thinning process, will attract others to forestry investment, according to FRA. http://www.prlog.org/12002778-new-addition-to-impact-investment-list-welcomed-by-fra.htmlFRA has backed moves to add Ecotrust Forest Management (EFM) to the open source ImpactAssets 50 2012 (IA 50) database of socially responsible impact investing funds. http://www.prlog.org/11997323-safeguarding-sustainable-forestry-is-vital-claims-fra.htmlA recent article in The Guardian's blog by Peter Holmgren, director general for the Center for International Forestry Research, has been warmly welcomed by FRA for providing some useful ideas on how we can further promote sustainable forestry. http://www.prlog.org/11992847-fra-gets-behind-world-banks-support-of-forest-fire-action.htmlThe World Bank has announced that it will be funding the Russian federation's attempts to prevent forest fires, with a cash injection worth a staggering $40 million. The move has been welcomed by FRA. http://www.prlog.org/11986736-fra-supports-kenya-campaign-against-illegal-logging.htmlA move in Kenya to strengthen laws that prohibit illegal logging has been praised by Forestry Research Associates (FRA). The Kenya Forestry services is arranging for timber and charcoal dealers across the globe to work together to outlaw the... http://www.prlog.org/11969922-brazil-is-great-place-to-invest-agrees-fra.htmlA new article in IFA Magazine by Green Forestry Investments' Lisa Best, has been welcomed by FRA for championing Brazil as one of the best places to invest. http://www.prlog.org/11965853-fra-welcomes-australian-carbon-forest-eu-link-up.htmlFRA have welcomed news that Australia's carbon forests are being linked to the EU's ETS to help encourage investment in the carbon offsetting tool. http://www.prlog.org/11945884-fra-welcomed-usa-today-endorsement-of-timber-investment.htmlFRA has welcomed a new article published by USA Today predicting a boom in timber investment returns if the real estate industry returns to a strong position. http://www.prlog.org/11933767-lumber-treasure-hunts-illustrate-demand-for-timber-claims-fra.htmlFRA has claimed that the modern-day timber scavengers and 'treasure-hunters' prove that timber is growing in demand and value. http://www.prlog.org/11923865-fra-claims-report-shows-more-support-for-forestry-investment-returns.htmlFRA has said that further evidence to illustrate the potential returns involved with timberland investments has been published this week. http://www.prlog.org/11921450-fra-welcomes-new-forestry-fund-in-asia.htmlA new forestry investment fund has been launched in Asia and is being welcomed by FRA, which claims the fund offers an ethical choice to investors who want to diversify their investment portfolios. http://www.prlog.org/11916333-fra-welcomes-figures-on-english-forestry-sustainability.htmlEngland is fairing extremely well when it comes to sustainable forestry, according to a new report, which is being welcomed by Forestry Research Associates (FRA). http://www.prlog.org/11907337-wood-resources-quarterly-figures-show-strong-timber-demand-claims-fra.htmlNew figures from Wood Resources Quarterly show that China’s wood imports have increased hugely over the past ten years - which is great news for those investing in sustainable forestry, claims FRA. http://www.prlog.org/11901420-fra-comments-on-brazilian-deforestation-reductions.htmlAmazon rainforest deforestation rates have fallen to their lowest levels ever recorded and FRA is attributing this partly to the creation of sustainable forestry plantations in Brazil. http://www.prlog.org/11890461-greenwood-client-report-welcomed-by-fra.htmlThe new client report from Greenwood Management, which is being sent out to its investors, has been received very positively by FRA - a research and analysis consultancy specialising in timberland investments. http://www.prlog.org/11887950-rousseff-government-vetoes-parts-of-forestry-bill.htmlIn response to growing pressure from environmentalists all over the globe, Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff has vetoed parts of the controversial forestry bill, in a move that has been welcomed by FRA. http://www.prlog.org/11879814-fra-calls-for-rousseff-forestry-act-veto.htmlFRA is joining the campaign to increase pressure on Brazilian President, Dilma Rousseff to veto the Forestry Bill. http://www.prlog.org/11873241-wood-first-campaign-attracts-support-from-fra.htmlFRA has lent its support to a new campaign in the UK that calls upon the public sector to lead the way in terms of opting to use wood as a primary building material. http://www.prlog.org/11867320-forestry-popular-with-risk-averse-investors-claims-fra.htmlEnvironmental Finance has published an article outlining how fund managers are reporting a rise in interest in forestry investment of all kinds. http://www.prlog.org/11865475-fra-supports-re-emergence-of-finnish-forestry.htmlThe Finnish forestry industry is on the up once more, according to FRA, whose outlook is backed by a new study. http://www.prlog.org/11865473-sustainability-receiving-boost-from-investors-claims-fra.htmlForestry investors are helping to boost sustainability, claims FRA. http://www.prlog.org/11865301-fra-welcomes-timber-investment-article-from-pictet-timber-head.htmlFRA is welcoming an article by Pictet-Timber fund co-manager Gabriel Micheli in Investment Week, giving tips to anyone considering investing in timber. http://www.prlog.org/11847587-fra-says-bamboo-prices-could-rise.htmlFRA says it is “excited” by the prospects of bamboo being hailed as the new super material, which can be used for everything from housebuilding to garment manufacture. http://www.prlog.org/11837679-fra-flags-up-future-climate-tree-species-trials.htmlAn interesting research project is taking place in the UK, which could lead to some exciting plantation investment opportunities in the future, according to FRA. http://www.prlog.org/11837179-fra-welcomes-new-of-timber-future-price-hike.htmlFRA has welcomed news that lumber prices in the US are rising off the back of a lack of credit in the lumber distribution industry. http://www.prlog.org/11812854-fra-urges-investors-to-seek-out-risi-forestry-industry-report.htmlFRA is urging those interested in alternative investments to get hold of a copy of the new RISI Global Tree Farm Economics Review. http://www.prlog.org/11806770-finnish-timber-export-demand-rise-highlighted-by-fra.htmlFinland's increased timber products expert figures show that demand for timber is set to grow, according to FRA. http://www.prlog.org/11801485-forest-carbon-partners-funding-scheme-wins-support-of-fra.htmlNews of the new Forest Carbon Partners forestry investment scheme from New Forests Inc. has won the support of FRA, which analyses various forms of forestry investment project. http://www.prlog.org/11792221-fra-supports-congos-call-for-indian-forestry-investment.htmlThe Republic of Congo's decision to encourage Indian private companies to invest in its forestry industry has been welcomed by FRA. http://www.prlog.org/11783722-us-forest-land-planning-rule-welcomed-by-fra.htmlA new planning rule that could increase forest land in the United States is being supported by research and analysis consultancy, Forestry Research Associates (FRA). http://www.prlog.org/11780799-now-could-be-great-time-for-timber-investors-claims-fra.htmlFRA said that now is a great time to have investments in forestry as the construction industry in the US begins to recover from its long slump. http://www.prlog.org/11776467-fra-claims-irish-forestry-investment-is-good-bet.htmlThe sale of 20 forestry plantations in Ireland has received the backing of FRA, which supports investment in sustainable forestry projects around the world. http://www.prlog.org/11772094-uk-reforestation-plan-gets-backing-of-fra.htmlFRA has stated its support for a campaign in the UK to embark upon a major reforestation programme in Britain. http://www.prlog.org/11771154-fra-welcomes-news-on-successful-brazilian-deforestation-policies.htmlFRA has welcomed news that anti-deforestation policies in Brazil seem to be working, according to new figures. http://www.prlog.org/11767774-vietnam-to-benefit-from-rattan-forestry-project-claims-fra.htmlAnalysts at Forestry Research Associates (FRA) claim that the people of Vietnam, and especially those employed in the rattan producing sector, will reap the benefits of a new WWF fund, sponsored by IKEA. http://www.prlog.org/11757283-fra-backs-fashions-new-environmental-campaign.htmlForestry Research Associates has spoken out in support of Marc by Marc Jacobs' backing of the Nature Conservancy's 'Plant and Billion Trees' campaign. http://www.prlog.org/11756405-fra-shares-south-australian-plantation-industrys-water-legislation-concerns.htmlForestry Research Associates (FRA) agrees that Victoria, Australia, could see an influx of forestry plantation investment, as a result of the introduction of tougher water policies in the South Australia region. http://www.prlog.org/11753868-fra-states-that-it-hopes-paragominass-methods-catch-on.htmlNews that the town of Paragominas in Brazil is being hailed as a new 'Green City', after once being one of the most deforested regions of the Amazon, has been welcomed by Forestry Research Associates (FRA). http://www.prlog.org/11747976-fra-welcomes-revised-un-deforestation-figures.htmlForestry Research Associates (FRA) has welcomed the news that the previous estimate for the amount of forest lost between 1990 and 2005 has been revised downwards. http://www.prlog.org/11739511-extra-scottish-woodland-creation-grants-welcomed-by-fra.htmlForestry Research Associates, (FRA) has announced that it welcomes a new woodland creation grant scheme that has been introduced in Scotland. http://www.prlog.org/11733356-fra-claims-investment-could-help-boost-scottish-forestry.htmlForestry Research Associates (FRA) has stated its support for a new investment scheme that it claims could help boost the Scottish forestry industry. http://www.prlog.org/11722105-fra-claims-expert-comments-reflect-its-views-on-forestry-investment.htmlAn investment expert’s predictions about forestry and farmland investment reflects opinions held by Forestry Research Associates (FRA), the research and analysis consultancy has claimed.