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.
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.
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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.
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.
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…
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…
News 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…
News The carbon market: Opportunities and challenges for Tasmanian farmers 25 March 2024 Climate change is one of the greatest challenges of our time. Governments and markets across the world are moving towards new environmental standards focused on reduced carbon emissions. To protect the environment and meet changing requirements,…
News $100M Australian Forest and Wood Innovations officially opens 13 March 2024 The future of sustainable forestry received a significant boost this week with the official launch of the $100 million Australian Forest and Wood Innovations (AFWI) program.
News Final Report now available: Assessing the efficiency of mechanised hardwood thinning operations 07 March 2024 Tasmania, along with the broader Australia, currently faces a significant wood supply shortage, particularly in the building and construction sector.
