http://news.prlog.org/tag/forestry/forestry - Latest News (Press Releases) - Read news before it's newsen-us3600 http://www.prlog.org/12144093-gold-standard-expands-new-quality-label-for-forest-climate-projects.htmlCarbonFix Standard merges with Gold Standard . New quality label for forest climate projects. CO2OL is pioneer in the development of high-quality climate protection projects. http://www.prlog.org/12095994-industry-intelligence-announces-i2partnership-with-the-alabama-forestry-association-afa.htmlLos Angeles-Industry Intelligence Inc., a market intelligence and information management company serving the forest products, packaging and food and beverage industries, today announced a new partnership with the Alabama Forestry Association (AFA)... http://www.prlog.org/12083471-rescue-mission-for-scotlands-heritage-trees.htmlA rescue mission is underway in Highland Perthshire this week to improve the condition of some of Scotland’s heritage trees, following extensive damage caused by last year’s storms. http://www.prlog.org/12080975-my-little-salesman-to-attend-oregon-logging-conference-february-21-23.htmlMy Little Salesman will exhibit and attend the Oregon Logging Conference February 21 - 23 at the Lane Convention Center in Eugene, OR. 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/12069864-industry-intelligence-announces-i2partnership-with-university-of-georgia-warnell-school-of-forestry.htmlIndustry Intelligence Inc. partners with Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources at the University of Georgia, which provides teaching, research and outreach activities related to the conservation and management of natural resources http://www.prlog.org/12042428-school-children-help-plant-new-woodland-in-norfolk.html(UPM Tilhill and Sibelco UK, December, 2012) – As part of National Tree Week, around 100 children from Holly Meadows School at Grimston helped to plant the first of some 33,000 broadleaf trees as part of a major woodland regeneration project. http://www.prlog.org/12041980-simformotion-llc-announces-release-of-new-cat-simulators-fm-log-loader.htmlSimformotion™ LLC announces the release of the new Cat® Simulators FM Log Loader System for Forestry. http://www.prlog.org/12012043-caterpillar-awards-abl-lights-group-sqep-re-certification.htmlABL Lights Group, a leading manufacturer of heavy duty work, driving and auxiliary lighting products has been awarded Caterpillar’s prestigious Supplier Quality Excellence Program (SQEP) at its’ Mosinee, Wisconsin plant. http://www.prlog.org/12002204-apprentice-wins-stihl-chainsaw-in-felling-techniques-competition.html(UPM Tilhill, Warwickshire, October 2012) – The UPM Tilhill and STIHL UK felling techniques competition proved a very popular event at this year’s APF with 119 entries. http://www.prlog.org/11997861-aaa-welcomes-news-that-investors-are-interested-in-tasmania-plantations.htmlAAA, an alternative investment advocacy group, has announced that it is welcoming the news of potential buyers for plantations owned by a collapsed forestry firm in Tasmania. 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/11984162-impact-investors-can-help-to-protect-valuable-environments.htmlImpact investing can help environmentalists to protect vulnerable and valuable land from being destroyed, according to Alternative Asset Analysis (AAA). http://www.prlog.org/11970665-biomass-bioenergy-industry-set-to-meet-explore-new-green-opportunities-for-west-central-africa.htmlIndustry stakeholders from forestry,wood pellets,wood chips,agri biomass & bioenergy from in and around African region will be meeting in Accra for next month 2nd Biomass West & Central Africa Congress from 4-5 October at La Palm Royal Beach Hotel http://www.prlog.org/11970505-biomachines-singapore-scores-first-with-asia-plantation-capital.htmlBioMachines Singapore scores a "first" with Asia Plantation Capital, bringing the latest hi-tech systems into the heart of modern-day forestry practices http://www.prlog.org/11958488-nicaraguas-wood-and-furniture-exports-increase.htmlAccording to Nicaraguan authorities, wood and wood products exports are expected to reach US$20 million in 2012, a 14 percent increase compared to 2011 figures. http://www.prlog.org/11950806-industry-intelligence-announces-partnership-with-nhtoa-to-bring-market-intelligence-value-to-members.htmlIndustry Intelligence Inc. partners with New Hampshire Timberland Owners Association (NHTOA) to share news of the forestry and timberland industries with landowners, forest industry professionals and supporters of the association http://www.prlog.org/11949183-upm-tilhill-sweeps-the-board-at-welsh-forestry-awards.htmlStaff from UPM Tilhill’s Bala office are celebrating after winning awards at the Royal Welsh Show Woodlands Competition including the top accolade of best entry in the competition and the Institute of Chartered Foresters’ Challenge (ICF)*Trophy. http://www.prlog.org/11934152-industry-intelligence-paper-wood-product-index-up-6-for-first-half-of-2012-outperforms-dow-jone.htmlIndustry Intelligence Inc. U.S. Forest Products Stock Index measures the financial performance of 29 companies. http://www.prlog.org/11929877-upm-tilhill-sells-landscape-and-arboricultural-businesses-to-ground-control-ltd.htmlAs a result of a strategic review, UPM has decided to sell the UPM Tilhill Landscape and Arboricultural businesses. 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/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/11915843-new-forest-national-park-authority-welcomes-forestry-report.htmlThe New Forest National Park Authority has welcomed a report by a panel set up to look into the future of England’s woodlands which recommends keeping the New Forest in public ownership. http://www.prlog.org/11910322-forestry-experts-take-to-the-trails-of-coed-llandegla-for-mountain-biking-challenge.html(UPM Tilhill, 2012) Representatives from some of the UK’s best known companies in the forestry industry competed in this year’s Forest Products Challenge and had the opportunity to try out some of the best mountain bike trails in the country. http://www.prlog.org/11906363-fra-un-forestry-report-says-forestry-could-revolutionise-economy.htmlFRA is welcoming a report from the UN, which says that countries need to introduce the right policies to ensure that their forestry assets fulfil their potential. 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/11882520-industry-intelligence-inc-announces-partnership-with-forest-landowners-association.htmlIndustry Intelligence Inc., a market intelligence and information management company serving the forest products, packaging, and food and beverage industries, today announced a new partnership with the Forest Landowners Association. http://www.prlog.org/11878730-apc-welcomes-the-new-guidelines-relating-to-the-responsible-governance-of-land-and-forests.htmlBack in 2009 the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation commenced a consultation process designed to establish guidelines on the responsible governance of land and forests. http://www.prlog.org/11871228-fra-highlights-forestrys-roi-and-sustainability-credentials.htmlFRA has highlighted a piece by Doug Jones of Remsoft in the Environmentalleader.com, which talks about achieving both sustainability and return on investment through investing in forestry. 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/11865432-fra-welcomes-forestry-investment-program-positivity.htmlGhana, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Burkino Faso have all given insights into their intended responses to the Forest Investment Program (FIP), claims FRA. 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/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/11798512-trees-for-the-future-climate-change-could-mean-big-changes-for-europes-forests.htmlThough they have survived fires, insect outbreaks and logging, the forests of Europe may now face their biggest challenge ever: climate change. http://www.prlog.org/11798259-aaa-billionaires-decision-to-invest-in-forestry-shows-ethical-approach.htmlA billionaire investor has this week opted to put much of his cash in forestry investments, in a move that has been welcomed by alternative and ethical investment advocates, AAA. http://www.prlog.org/11797274-aaa-claims-ppf-timberland-panel-shows-alternatives-are-attractive.htmlIn a move that further underlines the attractiveness of forestry investments, according to AAA, the Pension Protection Fund is establishing a dedicated panel for forestry and agricultural investments. 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/11764555-upm-tilhill-helps-restore-historic-park-in-south-wales.html(UPM Tilhill, South Wales, 05 January 2012 ) – Bedwellty House and Park in South Wales has been returned to its former glory thanks to a three-year, £6 million restoration project. 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/11752955-upm-tilhill-finishes-first-stage-of-major-restoration-project.html(UPM Tilhill, North Hertfordshire, 19 Dec 2011) –UPM Tilhill staff joined Letchworth residents, councillors and special guests to celebrate the official opening of part of the historic Howard Park and Gardens in Letchworth, North Hertfordshire. 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/11735994-forest-values-reach-record-high-and-set-to-rise-further.html(UPM Tilhill, London, 29 November 2010 ) – Forestry, which is often seen as a safe investment in uncertain times, is proving an excellent option during the on-going financial crisis, according to a report by Savills and UPM Tilhill. http://www.prlog.org/11726004-global-opportunities-strategies-for-timberland-investors-shift-from-developed-to-emerging-markets.htmlIQPC’s 10th Timberland Investment World Summit explores timberland investment opportunities in emerging markets, current market supply and demand, and lumber/timber price correlation http://www.prlog.org/11716747-climate-change-corruption-report-highlighted-by-fra.htmlForestry Research Associates (FRA) is keen to highlight the finding of the Global Corruption Report on climate change, which found that Kenya is dishonestly claiming credits for non-existent forestry plantations.