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Tasmanian RFA outcomes report released — News

Tasmanian RFA outcomes report released

29 July 2024

The outcomes report for the fifth review of the Tasmanian Regional Forestry Agreement(RFA) has been released. The report marks the first stage in the independent review process, which will now progress to stakeholder consultation.

Tasmanian students and seedlings grow together — News

Tasmanian students and seedlings grow together

25 July 2024

More than 2000 Tasmanian students are set to immerse themselves in the wonders of Tasmanian forests through a unique educational initiative.

New Corporate Plan released — News

New Corporate Plan released

01 July 2024

The Corporate Plan sets out Private Forests Tasmania's strategic direction, including our purpose, our goals and priorities for the next three years. Private Forest Tasmania's purpose is to facilitate and expand the sustainable development of…

Sustainability, profitability and resilience in focus — News

Sustainability, profitability and resilience in focus

24 June 2024

The Perennial Prosperity Project is making significant strides in transforming the agricultural landscape of Tasmania.

New fee schedule for private timber reserves — News

New fee schedule for private timber reserves

24 June 2024

As of 1 July 2024, the private timber reserve application fee will increase from $623.00 to $654.50.

Embracing Opportunities in Tasmania's Forests: Meet PFT’s new Operations Manager — News

Embracing Opportunities in Tasmania's Forests: Meet PFT’s new Operations Manager

05 June 2024

Forestry has been in Jarrod Burn’s blood since he was a child working alongside his father on a forest harvesting operation.

Red Hot Tips: Fire management for Tassie farmers — News

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…

Bioenergy: Fuelling industries with trees — News

Bioenergy: Fuelling industries with trees

16 May 2024

Bioenergy is a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels. It is typically generated from organic waste from agricultural, municipal, industrial and forestry sources. That means it helps to manage waste while providing a renewable source of fuel in a…

Harvesting trees: What you need to know — News

Harvesting trees: What you need to know

15 May 2024

Harvesting trees involves planning across multiple stages. This includes harvest inspections, legal approvals, clean-up and reforestation. Harvesting and transportation can be one of the biggest costs in commercial wood production. So farmers should…

Shelterbelts: How are they contributing to farm systems? — News

Shelterbelts: How are they contributing to farm systems?

13 May 2024

Shelterbelts – strips of vegetation between paddocks and fields – play an important role on farms. They provide shelter and shade, as well as biodiversity benefits such as habitat, food and dispersion corridors for native animal species.…

Infill plantings and remnant vegetation: Why biodiversity depends on a thriving understory — News

Infill plantings and remnant vegetation: Why biodiversity depends on a thriving understory

13 May 2024

Creating diverse habitats for bird and insect life is an essential part of promoting biodiversity on a farm. Infill planting offers the structural variety – from ground layers, to midstory, to canopy layers – that wildlife needs to survive and…

Plantation planning: The key to a successful plantation — News

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…

Exciting interactive forestry knowledge hub launched — News

Exciting interactive forestry knowledge hub launched

02 May 2024

Private Forests Tasmania has launched an interactive knowledge hub for Tasmanian landowners to learn about the positive impact integrating commercial trees can have on their properties.

$450,000 farm forestry grant recipients revealed — News

$450,000 farm forestry grant recipients revealed

02 May 2024

Nearly 250 hectares of trees will be planted and the carbon outcomes researched as part of a new grant program supporting Tasmanian farmers.

Salinity: Identify and respond with trees — News

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…

Day in the life: Forest Practices Officer — News

Day in the life: Forest Practices Officer

19 April 2024

Forest Practices Officers are trained and appointed by Tasmania’s independent forestry regulator, the Forest Practices Authority. While FPOs have legal obligations to the FPA, they are employed in the forestry sector or work as independent…

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