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Napier's leading the way in sustainable forestry and carbon-neutral farming

17 December 2024

Alison Napier has taken a methodical approach to planning the best use of the land she operates across four farms in Tasmania’s Fingal Valley.

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Next generation increasing access to tree seedlings for timber, biodiversity purposes

01 October 2024

From a family-run market garden to a cutting-edge enterprise, Hills Transplants expands its offerings, making it easier for Tasmanian landowners to access custom-grown tree seedlings for timber and biodiversity purposes.

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Farm & Forest Mapper Tool highlighted at Rural Youth Tasmania's Young Farmer of the Year competition

29 August 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.

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Red Hot Tips: Fire management for Tassie farmers

23 May 2024

Fire is a land management tool that can protect trees, regenerate vegetation, reduce fuel load and manage weeds. It should be carried out with a fire management strategy, which includes getting the necessary permits and approvals. We spoke to…

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Plantation planning: The key to a successful plantation

10 May 2024

Growing trees is a long-term project. To make sure your investment pays off, it’s important to have a plan. Seeking advice early in the process can save a lot of work and expense in the long run. Consider where, how and why you are going to plan…

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Salinity: Identify and respond with trees

28 April 2024

Salinity is where excess salts accumulate in soils and water. On farms, it affects productivity for crops and pastures. Farmers may spot tell-tale signs of salinity on their land, including bare patches of grass or unhealthy plants. Strategic tree…

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Open-rooted seedlings: Tips from two Tasmanian nurseries

13 April 2024

Ordering stock is a step to prepare your plantation. Consider where, when and how you source stock, to give your trees the best chance of success. Buying high-quality seedlings means trees have a better chance of survival and can also help to…

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New semi-automated survivability count method

17 October 2023

PFT trial Esk Spatial's new semi-automated survivability count method testing technology capabilities against more manual survivability count methods.

Species, sites and planting

News

Napier's leading the way in sustainable forestry and carbon-neutral farming

News

Next generation increasing access to tree seedlings for timber, biodiversity purposes

News

Farm & Forest Mapper Tool highlighted at Rural Youth Tasmania's Young Farmer of the Year competition

News

Red Hot Tips: Fire management for Tassie farmers

News

Plantation planning: The key to a successful plantation

News

Salinity: Identify and respond with trees

News

Open-rooted seedlings: Tips from two Tasmanian nurseries

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New semi-automated survivability count method

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The benefits of planting trees at Chester Farm, Westwood

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How planting trees on Fulham Farm will benefit future generations to come

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The Gunninghams show how to plant trees for shelter, biodiversity and aesthetics

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